(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 Lieutenant Colonel Ralph Wilson Stephenson, Jr., United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the 362d Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron, in action in Southeast Asia from 1968 to 1969. 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.