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 First Lieutenant (Infantry) Richard R. Peterson (ASN: 0-1327879), United States Army, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flights against the enemy in Korea as a member of the 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, from 12 July to 4 August 1950. His outstanding courage and dedication to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.