Navy Federal Credit Union

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.

Awards Received

  • Army Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Commander

    Division:

    Cruiser and Transport Fleet

    Action Date:

    World War I

    War Department, General Orders No. 116 (1919)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Commander Arthur LeRoy Bristol, Jr. (NSN: 0-5821), United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War I, as Flag Secretary to the Commander, Cruiser and Transport Fleet. Commander Bristol’s close cooperation with the Army authorities in the handling of troop ships contributed greatly to the successful outcome of our oversea operations.

  • Navy Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Commander

    Division:

    Cruiser and Transport Force

    Action Date:

    World War I

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Commander Arthur LeRoy Bristol, Jr. (NSN: 0-5821), United States Navy, for distinguished service in the line of his profession as Flag Secretary on Staff of Commander, Cruiser and Transport Force and also temporarily as acting Chief of Staff.