(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant Colonel Ronald Runyon King (AFSN: FR-50502/AO-1852786), United States Air Force, was awarded the Silver Star (Posthumously) for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against a hostile force during an air mission in the Republic of Vietnam. Lieutenant Colonel King distinguished himself by intrepid actions while serving with 333d Tactical Fighter Squadron, 355th Tactical Fighter Wing, 7th Air Force. His unquestionable valor in close combat is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflects great credit upon himself, the 7th Air Force, and the United States Air Force.