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 Sergeant Robert H. Hepler, United States Army, for meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the Air Cavalry Troop, 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment, in the Republic of Vietnam, on 17 March 1969. 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.