The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Lieutenant Colonel Jack L. Pageler, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States from 20 March 1959 to 3 January 1962. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Lieutenant Colonel Pageler and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.