The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Colonel (Chaplain) Robert C. Rothman, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Installation Staff Chaplain, 3800th Air Base Group, Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, from 23 September 1978 to 28 February 1983. In this important assignment, the leadership, exemplary foresight, and ceaseless effort consistently demonstrated by Chaplain Rothman resulted in significant contributions to the effectiveness and success of the overall chapel program of Air University. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Chaplain Rothman culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.