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Maj. Gen. Timothy Zadalis (left), Air Education and Training Command director of Intelligence, Operations and Nuclear Integration, presents the Distinguished Flying Cross to former Army Air Corps 2nd Lt. Samuel W. Smith, 360th Bombardment Squadron B-17 aircraft commander, during a ceremony at Bldg. 100 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Aug. 24, 2012. During WWII, Lieutenant Smith's display of exemplary knowledge and outstanding Airmanship under extreme and hazardous conditions culminated in the successful landing of his damaged aircraft upon a return from a mission to Hopston, Germany. (U.S. Air Force photo by Rich McFadden)

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  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 303rd Bomb Group 360th Bomb Squadron
  • Highest Rank: Second Lieutenant
  • Role/Job: Pilot

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