Richard AMBROSE Walsh

The President of the United States takes Pride in presenting the Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Richard Ambrose Walsh (473447158), Colonel, U.S. Air Force, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against a hostile force during an air mission in Laos. Colonel Walsh distinguished himself by intrepid actions on while serving with 602d Special Operations Squadron, 56th Special Operations Wing, 7th Air Force. His unquestionable valor in close combat is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflects great credit upon himself, the 7th Air Force, and the United States Air Force.