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Richard N. Richards , also known as Richard Noel Richards , was born on August 24, 1946, in Key West . He holds citizenship in the United States . Richards has had a distinguished career, with occupations as an officer (armed forces) , astronaut , and aircraft pilot .
He completed his education at several institutions such as the University of Missouri , University of West Florida , and United States Naval Test Pilot School .
Throughout his career, Richards has received numerous awards and recognitions, including the Defense Superior Service Medal , Distinguished Flying Cross (United States) , Defense Meritorious Service Medal , National Defense Service Medal , Vietnam Service Medal , NASA Distinguished Service Medal , NASA Exceptional Service Medal , and NASA Space Flight Medal .
Richard N. Richards was also a distinguished graduate of the U.S. Naval Test Pilot School and was recognized as the Naval Air Test Center Test Pilot of the Year for 1980 .
