John K. Gerhart
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John Koehler Gerhart (November 27, 1907[1] – January 9, 1981) was a United States Air Force four-star general, and served as commander, North American Air Defense Command under Presidents Kennedy and Johnson.
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Born | November 27, 1907 Saginaw, Michigan |
Died | January 9, 1981(1981-01-09) (aged 73) Colorado Springs, Colorado |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army United States Air Force |
Years of service | 1929–1947 (Army) 1947–1965 (Air Force) |
Rank | General |
Commands held | North American Air Defense Command Twelfth Air Force |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Army Distinguished Service Medal Silver Star (3) Legion of Merit Distinguished Flying Cross Bronze Star Air Medal (3) |
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