(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 Morton Claire Mumma, III, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Air Force Representative, Air War College, from 1975 to 1978. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Mumma 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.