The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pride in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in addition to a previously awarded Silver Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Seventh Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross (Posthumously) to Lieutenant Colonel Eugene Ogden Conley (AFSN: 0-19872), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as an F-105 Pilot in Southeast Asia on 20 January 1967. On that date, Colonel Conley was Mission Commander of forces attempting to hinder the storage capacity along a rail line transporting materials to the south. Determined to drop his flak suppression weapons on targets posing the very most threat to flights behind him, he performed courageous aerial maneuvers which greatly jeopardized his life. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Colonel Conley reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pride in presenting a Third Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Fourth Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross with Combat “V” (Posthumously) to Lieutenant Colonel Eugene Ogden Conley (AFSN: 0-19872), United States Air Force, for heroism while participating in aerial flight as an F-105 Pilot over North Vietnam on 4 November 1966. On that date, with complete disregard for his own personal safety, Colonel Conley led a flight of four F-105’s through marginal weather conditions, intense anti-aircraft fire, and the imminent threat of surface-to-air missiles and hostile aircraft to attack and destroy a priority strategic target deep within North Vietnam. His extraordinary courage, remarkable aggressiveness, and determination resulted in exceptional mission accomplishment. The outstanding heroism and selfless devotion to duty displayed by Colonel Conley reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pride in presenting a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross with Combat “V” (Posthumously) to Lieutenant Colonel Eugene Ogden Conley (AFSN: 0-19872), United States Air Force, for heroism while participating in aerial flight as an F-105 Pilot in Southeast Asia on 3 November 1966. On that date, Colonel Conley destroyed a strategic railroad yard deep within hostile territory, despite marginal weather conditions, intense anti-aircraft fire, and the threat of numerous surface-to-air missile sites. His extraordinary courage and remarkable aggressiveness inspired his fellow airmen and resulted in rendering this highly significant railroad yard totally unserviceable. The outstanding heroism and selfless devotion to duty displayed by Colonel Conley reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pride in presenting a Fourth Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Fifth Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross (Posthumously) to Lieutenant Colonel Eugene Ogden Conley (AFSN: 0-19872), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as an F-105 Pilot in Southeast Asia on 6 January 1967. On that date, Colonel Conley penetrated a low ceiling in extremely hazardous mountainous terrain to come to the assistance of a friendly forward operating site that was being attacked by hostile forces. He made repeated passes over the hazardous terrain and weather conditions which significantly contributed to the successful defense of the beleaguered site. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Colonel Conley reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross with Combat “V” to Lieutenant Colonel Eugene Ogden Conley (AFSN: 0-19872), United States Air Force, for heroism while participating in aerial flight as a combat aircrew member in Southeast Asia on 8 October 1965. On that date, while under intense and accurate fire from unfriendly forces, Colonel Conley demonstrated cool courage, undaunted determination, and superior skill in pressing home devastating air attacks against hostile positions. Persevering in the face of danger and death, he relentlessly and effectively aided in neutralizing the hostile forces. Colonel Conley displayed outstanding heroism and devotion to duty and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.