The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 11046, 24 August 1962, takes pleasure in presenting a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Bronze Star Medal with Combat “V” to Major James C. Condon (AFSN: 15529877/32583420), United States Air Force, for heroic achievement while a Prisoner of War in North Vietnam from December 1972 to March 1973. His ceaseless efforts to conduct himself strictly in accord with the Code of Conduct and policies of the prisoner organization in the difficult conditions of a communist prison clearly demonstrated his loyalty, love of country, and professionalism. By his unselfish dedication to duty, he reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 11046, 24 August 1962, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Bronze Star Medal to Major James C. Condon (AFSN: 15529877/32583420), United States Air Force, for meritorious service as Radar Navigation Officer, Tactical Evaluation Branch, Deputy Chief of Staff/Operations, Headquarters, EIGHTH Air Force, Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, while in direct support of combat operations against an opposing armed force from 10 March 1972 to 28 December 1972. During this period, Major Condon’s outstanding professional skill, knowledge and judgment contributed immensely in identifying problem areas and in developing new procedures in the field of conventional bombing tactics. His efforts resulted in major contributions to the effectiveness of Strategic Air Command combat missions flown in Southeast Asia. The exemplary leadership, personal endeavor and devotion to duty displayed by Major Condon in this responsible position reflect great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Air Force.