(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 Lieutenant Colonel Roy Ritter Hudspeth, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States at the University of Wyoming from 1963 to 1969. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Hudspeth culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and his dedicated contributions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.