(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Bruce E. Burda, 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 Commander, 455th Air Expeditionary Wing; and Director, Air Component Coordination Element, Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan, from 2005 to 2006. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Burda culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and his dedicated contributions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.