Douglas M. Fraser
Douglas Malcolm Fraser (born April 16, 1953 ) is a former general in the United States Air Force and was the commander of the United States Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) from June 25, 2009 to November 19, 2012 . Fraser was the first officer in the American Air Force in this position, succeeding Admiral James G. Stavridis . He previously served as Deputy Commander of the United States Pacific Command (USPACOM) from April 2008 to June 2009 .
Education and career
Fraser graduated from the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs in 1975, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. 1987 followed a master’s degree from Auburn University in Montgomery .
His US Air Force Aeronautical Rating is Command pilot (over 2,700 flight hours), he flew the types F-15A / B / C / D, F-15E and F-16.
Awards
Selection of decorations, sorted based on the Order of Precedence of Military Awards :
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Defense Distinguished Service Medal
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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Defense Superior Service Medal (3 ×) -
Legion of Merit
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Meritorious Service Medal (4 ×) -
Air Force Commendation Medal (2 ×)
Promotions
- Second Lieutenant June 4, 1975
- First Lieutenant June 4, 1977
- Captain June 4th 1979
- Major October 1, 1986
- Lieutenant Colonel April 1, 1990
- Colonel February 1, 1995
- Brigadier General July 1, 2001
- Major General August 1, 2004
- Lieutenant General October 11, 2005
- General June 24, 2009
Web links
- Official USAF biography (English)
| personal data | |
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| SURNAME | Fraser, Douglas M. |
| ALTERNATIVE NAMES | Fraser, Douglas Malcolm (full name) |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | American military, general in the United States Air Force |
| DATE OF BIRTH | April 16, 1953 |