The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Captain [then Commander] Floyd F. Ferris, United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States during World War II. After participating in the initial occupation of Guadalcanal-Tulagi, Captain Ferris made many trips to the forward areas to deliver reinforcements and supplies to Guadalcanal and Rendova. Despite frequent attacks, he skillfully performed his duties as Executive Officer in bringing the ship through safely.