(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Captain William H. Alexander, II (NSN: 0-283284/1310), United States Navy, was awarded the Legion of Merit with Combat “V” for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commanding Officer, U.S.S. OKINAWA (LPH-3) serving with Commander Amphibious Ready Group ALFA, SEVENTH Fleet, from 28 April to 31 October 1967.

(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Captain William H. Alexander, II (NSN: 0-283284/1310), United States Navy, was awarded a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States.