The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Distinguished Service Medal (Posthumously) to Vice Admiral Arthur LeRoy Bristol, Jr. (NSN: 0-5821), United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States as Commander Task Force TWENTY-FOUR, U.S. Atlantic Fleet. While in that position of great responsibility he directed North Atlantic escort operations for more than 50 convoys averaging 40 ships per convoy, with a total loss of eight ships. This was accomplished from small beginnings under the arduous circumstances prevailing in the North Atlantic during the winter of 1941 – 1942. In addition, he effectively conducted an anti-submarine training program and completed advanced base projects under his cognizance. His conduct of all these operations was characterized by good judgment and sound decision, which contributed in large measure to their successful accomplishment.