(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General James P. Czekanski, 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 as Commander, FOURTH Air Force, March Air Force Base, California, from 2000 to 2003. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Czekanski and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.