(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Gerald R. Murray, United States Air Force, was awarded the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, culminating as Chief Master Sergeant of the United States Air Force from 1 July 2002 to 30 June 2006. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Chief Master Sergeant Murray culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and his dedicated contributions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.