Thomas S. Power

Thomas S. Power
General Thomas Sarsfield Power
Born(1905-06-18)June 18, 1905
New York City, New York, U.S.
DiedDecember 6, 1970(1970-12-06) (aged 65)
Palm Springs, California, U.S.
AllegianceUnited States
BranchUnited States Air Force
Service years1929–1964
RankGeneral
CommandsStrategic Air Command
Air Research and Development Command
ConflictsWorld War II
AwardsAir Force Distinguished Service Medal
Army Distinguished Service Medal
Silver Star
Legion of Merit (2)
Distinguished Flying Cross
Bronze Star Medal
Air Medal (2)

General Thomas Sarsfield Power (June 18, 1905 – December 6, 1970) was a United States Air Force officer who served as commander in chief of the Strategic Air Command from 1957-1964. He was an active military flier for more than 30 years.

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