The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal to Major General Robert James Dixon (ASN: 0-886100), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States. General Dixon distinguished himself as Vice Commander, SEVENTH Air Force, Republic of Vietnam, from 25 July 1969 to 15 June 1970. During this period, General Dixon’s dynamic leadership and initiative provided highly effective air support for the ground forces. His direction of the relentless interdiction campaign against hostile supply lines contributed greatly to the favorable turn in the tide of conflict in Southeast Asia. He continually exhibited eminent abilities as a tactician and planner in the direction of the total air resources committed in the struggle against Communist aggression. General Dixon was dedicated to marshalling the most appropriate and responsive elements of air power to meet the extraordinary challenge encountered in a constantly changing environment. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Dixon reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.