The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Major Lawrence Earl Welker, United States Marine Corps, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Assistant Project Manager, Position Location Reporting System from 17 August 1987 to 29 July 1988. His professional competence, steadfast leadership and ability to function at peak level under pressure with severe time constraints were crucial elements to the success of the Joint Army/Marine Corps project. He demonstrated outstanding initiative and sound judgment in resolving all critical acquisition and management issues resulting in the deliver of the first PLRS production units to the I Marine Expeditionary Force in October 1987. Major Welker’s technical expertise, dedication and accomplishments reflect great credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.