The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Airman’s Medal to Captain Wayne Franklin Kendall, United States Air Force, for heroism involving voluntary risk of life at Wake Island, on 10 December 1964. On that date, Captain Kendall swam to the aid of a snorkel diver being swept out to sea near the reefs at Wake Island. Despite heavy currents and coral reefs, and with complete disregard for his own safety, Captain Kendall swam to the rescue of the diver and towed him back to safety. By his courageous action and humanitarian regard for his fellow man, Captain Kendall has reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.