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David Christian | |
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 David Christian | |
| Born | October 26, 1948 Gainesville, Florida, U.S. |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1966–1970 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Battles / wars | Vietnam War |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Cross Silver Star (2) Bronze Star Medal (2) Purple Heart (7) Air Medal (2) Army Commendation Medal Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross (2) |
| Alma mater | Villanova Middlebury College (M.A.) Rutgers (J.D.) |
| Website | http://davechristian.com/ |
David A. Christian (born October 26, 1948)[1] is an American who served in the United States Army as a captain during the Vietnam War. While serving as a lieutenant in South Vietnam, he was wounded in action seven times and awarded several medals including the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism.[2][3] He is best known for his veterans' advocacy efforts.
In 2012, Christian was a candidate for the Republican nomination in the United States Senate election in Pennsylvania, challenging incumbent Democratic Senator Bob Casey, Jr.[4][5] Christian lost in the primary election to Tom Smith.[6]
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