The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Lieutenant (MC) William W. Evans, United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Squadron Flight Surgeon of a Marine Aircraft Group in the Solomon Islands from 15 October 1942 to 26 June 1943. Lieutenant Evans volunteered for extremely hazardous flights deep in enemy territory to administer to wounded pilots. He also participated in numerous dangerous missions for the purpose of maintaining physical fitness and morale of pilots.