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 Sergeant Delmas H. Cowley (ASN: 32823480), United States Army Air Forces, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States while serving with the 766th Bombardment Squadron, 461st Bombardment Group (Heavy), FIFTEENTH Air Force, in action against an armed enemy during May 1944. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Cowley and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army Air Forces.