(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 Colonel William Blount Craig, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commanding Officer, 44th Tactical Fighter Squadron, 18th Tactical Fighter Wing, in Southeast Asia from 1962 to 1965. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Craig and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.