(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 Staff Sergeant Dennis O. Minyard, United States Air Force, for heroism involving voluntary risk of life on 5 August 1980. By his courageous action and humanitarian regard for his fellowman, Staff Sergeant Minyard has reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Air Force.