The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 11046, 24 August 1962, takes pleasure in presenting a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Bronze Star Medal with Combat “V” to Major James C. Condon (AFSN: 15529877/32583420), United States Air Force, for heroic achievement while a Prisoner of War in North Vietnam from December 1972 to March 1973. His ceaseless efforts to conduct himself strictly in accord with the Code of Conduct and policies of the prisoner organization in the difficult conditions of a communist prison clearly demonstrated his loyalty, love of country, and professionalism. By his unselfish dedication to duty, he reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 11046, 24 August 1962, takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star Medal to Major James C. Condon (AFSN: 15529877/32583420), United States Air Force, for meritorious service while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing foreign force as Operations Support Officer, Bombing and Navigation Branch, Training Division, Deputy Commander for Operations, 307th Strategic Wing, U-Tapao Airfield, Thailand, from 26 March 1970 to 23 March 1972. During this period, Major Condon’s professional skill, knowledge and leadership enabled him to impart vital radar target significance to combat aircrews. Because of his keen insight and unusual perceptive ability, he was commended by the Commander, EIGHTH Air Force. Major Condon’s ability as an inflight instructor, and his penetrating analysis of Arc Light radar photographs significantly enhanced the ability of the Strategic Air Command to meet combat operational requirements. The exemplary leadership, personal endeavor and devotion to duty displayed by Major Condon in this responsible position reflect great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Air Force.