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Thomas A. Bussiere

b. 1963

U.S. Air Force general

Air force officer
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About Thomas A. Bussiere

Born 1963. Thomas A. Bussiere is an air force officer.

Thomas A. Bussiere (born 1963) is a retired United States Air Force general who served as commander of the Air Force Global Strike Command from 7 December 2022 to 4 November 2025. He most recently served as the deputy commander of the United States Strategic Command from 2020 to 2022. He attended St. Johnsbury Academy in Vermont, and was commissioned in 1985 through ROTC at Norwich University. Bussiere previously served, as Commander, Alaskan Command, United States Northern Command.

In July 2025, he was nominated for reappointment as general and assignment as vice chief of staff of the Air Force. However, on September 5, 2025, it was reported Bussiere's nomination was withdrawn with no explanation.

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Important facts

Born
1963
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Air force officer
Education
Norwich University, Squadron Officer School, Air Command and Staff College, School of Advanced Air and Space Studies
Awards
Defense Distinguished Service Medal; Air Force Distinguished Service Medal; Defense Superior Service Medal; Legion of Merit; Distinguished Flying Cross; Bronze Star Medal; Meritorious Service Medal; Air Medal; Air Force Combat Action Medal; Air Force Commendation Medal; Distinguished Flying Cross (United States)
Also known as
Thomas Bussiere

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Thomas A. Bussiere?

U.S. Air Force general

When was Thomas A. Bussiere born?

Thomas A. Bussiere was born in 1963.

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Thomas A. Bussiere is an air force officer.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Thomas A. Bussiere

· Wikidata: Q96484434

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