(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Airman’s Medal to Staff Sergeant Richard A. Halsell, Jr., United States Air Force, for heroism involving voluntary risk of life on 5 February 2001. The exemplary courage and heroism displayed by Staff Sergeant Halsell reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.