The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Captain Bern Anderson (NSN: 0-56932), United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Control Officer during amphibious landing operations in Dutch New Guinea at Humboldt Bay on 22 April 1944; Wakde Island on 17 May 1944; Biak Island on 27 May 1944; and Moemfoor Island on 2 July 1944. By his initiative, perseverance, and outstanding ability, he controlled the movement of all boats approaching enemy positions. His outstanding service, conduct and courage in the face of enemy fire were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.