(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Stuart E. Barstad, United States Air Force, was awarded the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, culminating as Deputy Chief of Chaplains during the period 23 July 1982 through 23 July 1988. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Barstad culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and his dedicated contributions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.