Colonel (Ret.) Richard Toliver, a decorated
United States Air Force fighter pilot, reflects on how racial oppression affected the early stages of his life.
During his 26 years of service, Toliver commanded a number of units and held key staff positions in major commands of the Air Force. His military decorations include the Legion of Merit, Distinguished Flying Cross, Meritorious Service Medal with two oak leaf clusters, Air Medal with 27 oak leaf clusters, and the Air Force Commendation Medal.
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Read his full Veterans in Blue profile:
http://1.usa.gov/20RfbKp 