David A. Christian
David Christian | |
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David Christian | |
| Born | October 26, 1948 Gainesville, Florida, U.S. |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | 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) 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. 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. Christian lost in the primary election to Tom Smith.