(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Colonel (Air Corps) Emmett Felix Yost, United States Army Air Forces, was awarded the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commander of the 301st Fighter Wing during World War II. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Yost and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army Air Forces.