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History of Military Units in Columbia County, FL (1970) Robert Gary Shields
4 His decorations and award include The American Defense Service Medal;
The American Theater Ribbon; The Asiatic-Pacific Medal w/ one battle star; .
Victory Medal, World War II; The Armed Forces Reserve Ribbon, w/two
Hourglasses; The Philippine Liberation Medal w/one bronze star; The
Distinguished Service Medal of the.'State of Florida w/oak leaf cluster;
The Florida Service Medal; and the Active State Service Ribbon.
5. General Harkness1 career of almost fort^i years as a citizen soldier
has been one of distinction and inspiration within his community and to those
associated with him. His retirement from the active ranks of the Florida
National Guard is a reminder of the guardsman's obligation to State and
Nation, involving many sacrifices willingly made over a long period of time
in the true spirit of the citizen soldier, and extablishes as example
for his compatriots to follow! The State of Florida appreciates this
service and the Florida National Guard extends to General Harkness best
wishes for many happy years of retirement that lie ahead.
BY COMMAND OF THE GOVERNOR:.
MARK W. LANCE
Major General
The Adjutant General
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