The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Navy Distinguished Service Medal to Vice Admiral Malcolm Winfield Cagle (NSN: 0-100407/1310), United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States as the first Chief of Naval Education and Training, from August 1971 through August 1974. Early in 1971, Vice Admiral Cagle was directed to form a study group in order to develop an implementation plan for the consolidation of all Navy education and training under a single command. As a result, the Naval Training Command was approved by the Secretary of the Navy, effective 1 August 1971. through his exceptional perception, imagination, and leadership, he brought about numerous initiatives which not only substantially increased the effectiveness of Navy education and training but also significantly reduced costs. The development and implementation of a single-site flight training plan, the strengthening of recruit training, and the in-depth review and reorientation of Officer Professional Development are but a few of his distinctive achievements. Vice Admiral Cagle’s establishment and management of the Seapower Symposia and his leadership in the successful program to substantially expand and improve facilities for the Naval Aviation Museum are outstanding examples of the many exceptional contributions he made to the Navy and the country. Through his exemplary professionalism, perseverance, and selfless devotion to duty, Vice Admiral Cagle upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Distinguished Service Medal to Rear Admiral Malcolm Winfield Cagle (NSN: 0-100407/1310), United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, as Commander Carrier Division ONE, Commander Task Group 77.5, and Commander Task Force 71, in connection with combat operations in Vietnam, and contingency operations in Northeast Asia, from January to August 1969. During this period, Rear Admiral Cagle was responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing sustained combat air-strike operations against enemy aggressor forces in the Republic of Vietnam. While serving as “Yankee Station” Commander, he exhibited skillful direction and imagination in formulating comprehensive guidance for concentrated interdiction operations against the enemy’s transportation and communications network. The success of this interdiction campaign was due in great measure to Rear Admiral Cagle’s dynamic leadership and professional expertise. In addition, as Commander Task Force 71, from 20 April to 12 May 1969, Rear Admiral Cagle displayed a thorough knowledge of tactical and strategic concepts in developing a number of retaliatory strike options and plans for the protection of reconnaissance flights in the Sea of Japan. By his exemplary professionalism, sound judgment, and inspiring devotion to duty, Rear Admiral Cagle reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Naval Service.