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 Edmond H. Lubbers, United States Air Force, for heroism involving voluntary risk of life at Francis E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, on 12 September 1981. On that day, Sergeant Lubbers unhesitatingly rescued a young boy who got tangled in power lines while climbing a tree. Without thought of personal safety, Sergeant Lubbers climbed the tree and lifted the boy, freeing him from the wires and saving his life. By his courageous action and humanitarian regard for his fellowman, Sergeant Lubbers has reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.