(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal to Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force James A. Cody, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States as Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force from 23 January 2013 to 17 February 2017. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Cody and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.