His received many awards, medals, and badges during his career including the Legion of Merit w/Oak Leaf Cluster, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal with First Oak Leaf ...

General Richardson's awards and decorations include the Defense Distinguished Service Medal, Distinguished Service Medal (with Oak Leaf Cluster), Defense Superior Service Medal (with Oak Leaf Cluster) ...

His awards and decorations include the Distinguished Flying Cross, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star with Oak Leaf Cluster, Air Medal with 19 Oak Leaf Clusters, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Silver Star ...