(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Major Leonard D. Schwab (ASN: 0-62101), United States Air Force, for gallantry in action in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action over Southeast Asia, on 22 February 1968. By his gallantry and devotion to duty, Major Schwab has reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Air Force.