The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Commander (SC) James H. Marx, United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States from 2 January 1962 to 20 April 1964 while serving as Chief of the Emergency Supply Operations Center (ESOC), Supply Operations Directorate, Defense Supply Agency. During this period, Commander Marx displayed exceptional leadership and professional skill in the operations of the ESOC, and in the expeditious emergency logistical support of foreign governments, the armed services, and other federal agencies and organizations. His outstanding accomplishments, professional competence, and deep devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.