The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Legion of Merit to Colonel Albert M. Welsh (AFSN: FR-3929), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States from 9 September 1964 to 20 December 1968. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Welsh and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.