(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal (Army Design) to Major General Edward Geary Lansdale (AFSN: 2534A), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States during the period from 24 February 1961 through 30 September 1963. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Major General Lansdale culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his and reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.