The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Commander Rony Snyder, United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. MELVILLE, in an advance area from 5 February 1943 to 23 September 1943. Commander Snyder worked with tireless energy and superb skill directing the repairs and upkeep of United Nations combat and merchant ships. His work was an important factor in the success of Allied operations in this vital area.