The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pride in presenting the Legion of Merit (Posthumously) to Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) Glen Dean Belnap (ASN: 0-63088/19133431), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States during the period 10 August 1967 to 20 December 1967 while serving as Commanding Officer, 3d Battalion, 8th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division in the Republic of Vietnam. Throughout his brief tenure with the 3d Battalion, Colonel Belnap exhibited brilliant leadership and complete dedication, leading his men in highly successful operations against insurgent forces. During the Dak To Campaign, he displayed the epitome of soldierly by guiding his troops to a monumental victory over a numerically superior North Vietnamese Regular Army force. Colonel Belnap’s expert grasp of the tactical situation and astute implementation of combat resources were the key factors in the valorous accomplishment. Concerned with the correct location and proper establishment of helicopter landing zones, he spent many long and tiring hours in his Command and Control Aircraft to direct ground units and transport vital supplies. By his untiring efforts, Colonel Belnap ensured that construction would not cease because of logistical shortages. With characteristic resolve, he continued to provide excellent guidance and obtain outstanding results from his resources until his demise on 20 December 1967. Colonel Belnap’s professional competence and outstanding achievements are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.