MS HC87

Commends Chief Master Sergeant John K. Carson for more than 33 years of service to the United States, retiring from the Mississippi Air National Guard effective November 30, 2017

Recognizes his service as an In-flight Medical Service Specialist and Squadron Superintendent with the 183d Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, accumulating over 914 flight hours and 27 combat hours across 452 sorties

Acknowledges his participation in major military operations including Operation Desert Shield/Storm, Noble Eagle, Operation Enduring Freedom, Inherent Resolve, and Operation Freedom's Sentinel across multiple deployments

Notes his parallel 25-year career with the State of Mississippi in various roles including the Department of Human Services, State Department of Health, Mississippi Veterans Affairs Board, and Legislative Budget Office

Congratulates him on his retirement and extends best wishes for his future endeavors