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The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Lieutenant Colonel Wallace Gourley Hynds, Jr. (AFSN: 0-16792), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Chief of Future Aircraft Section, Aircraft Branch, Strategic Division, Directorate of Operational Requirements, Headquarters, United States Air Force, from 5 August 1961 to 16 July 1965. In this important assignment, the leadership, exemplary foresight, and ceaseless efforts consistently demonstrated by Colonel Hynds have resulted in the approval of a program for a new and improved strategic aircraft, the initiation of modifications programs for the maintenance of the near-term capability of our current aircraft and the approval of development programs for a new air-to-surface missile, advanced avionics and advanced propulsion techniques. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Hynds and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Colonel

    Regiment:

    432d Tactical Reconnaissance Wing

    Division:

    Udorn Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand

    Action Date:

    1967
    United States Military Academy Register of Graduates

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Colonel Wallace Gourley Hynds, Jr. (AFSN: 0-16792), United States Air Force, for gallantry in action while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. Colonel Hynds distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions while serving as a Pilot and as Deputy Commander of Operations, 432d Tactical Reconnaissance Wing, SEVENTH Air Force, Udorn Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, in action against the enemy in 1967. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Colonel Hynds, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Colonel

    Regiment:

    432d Tactical Reconnaissance Wing

    Action Date:

    Vietnam War
    United States Military Academy Register of Graduates

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross (Posthumously) to Colonel Wallace Gourley Hynds, Jr. (AFSN: 0-16792), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as Deputy Commander of Operations, 432d Tactical Reconnaissance Wing, in the Republic of Vietnam. His devotion to duty and courage under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.