The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 11046, 24 August 1962, takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star Medal (Army Award) to Technical Sergeant Richard J. Chwalik, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious service in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM, Afghanistan, from 11 September 2009 to 31 January 2010. Technical Sergeant Chwalik’s personal courage and commitment to mission accomplishment in a combat zone, under the most extreme of circumstances, greatly contributed to the success of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM. Technical Sergeant Chwalik’s performance reflects great credit upon himself, Task Force VOLUNTEER, Combined Joint Task Force-82, and the United States Central Command.