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(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Colonel Jerome Frederick Naleid, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the 35th Tactical Fighter Wing, in action over Southeast Asia from 1967 to 1968. 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.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Colonel

    Regiment:

    35th Tactical Fighter Wing

    Division:

    Phan Rang Air Base

    Action Date:

    1967 – 1968
    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 pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant Colonel Jerome Frederick Naleid, 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. Lieutenant Colonel Naleid distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions while serving as Pilot of an F-100 Fighter Airplane and as Commanding Officer of a Fighter Squadron of the 35th Tactical Fighter Wing, PACIFIC Air Force, Phan Rang Air Base, Republic of Vietnam, in action against the enemy in 1967 and 1968. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Lieutenant Colonel Naleid, 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.