(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Colonel Walter Carl Beckham (ASN: 0-430771), United States Air Force, was awarded the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States, culminating as chief scientist, Air Force Weapons Laboratory, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, in 1969. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Beckham culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and his dedicated contributions in the Service of his Country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.