(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General John H. Bell, 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 Commander, THIRD Air Force, U.S. Air Forces in Europe, South Ruislip Air Station, Middlesex, England, from 1969 to 1972. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Bell 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.