The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Legion of Merit to Captain William Glenn Arnold, United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as the Major Program Manager for the Airborne Mine Countermeasures (AMCM) Program Office, Program Executive Office, Mine Warfare from October 1994 through March 1998. The success enjoyed by Captain Arnold was evidence of his exceptional skill as an Acquisition Professional and his straight forward approach to problem solving. Through his active acquisition streamlining efforts, Captain Arnold has delivered much needed AMCM systems to the fleet and laid the ground work for numerous new systems that will be delivered well ahead of typical acquisition schedules. His deft use of the Integrated Program Team concept enabled his office and its supporting manufacturers to make significant contributions to not only the quality of products, but to the timeliness of delivery. His acquisition expertise, concern for his people, and “get it done” attitude made an unbeatable combination in the acquisition process. Captain Arnold’s superb leadership skills, distinctive achievements, and unselfish devotion to duty reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
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Awards Received
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Navy and Marine Corps Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Navy and Marine Corps Medal
Service:
United States NavyRank:
Lieutenant CommanderBatallion:
Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron 15Action Date:
May 13, 1984
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy and Marine Corps Medal to Lieutenant Commander William Glenn Arnold, United States Navy, for heroism while serving at Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron FIFTEEN on 13 May 1984. Upon observing a severely injured man who had been thrown overboard from a motorboat on the Virginia inter-coastal waterway, and with the unattended boat circling at high speed to within five yards of the victim, Lieutenant Commander Arnold with complete disregard for his own safety and fully aware of the personal dangers involved dove into the water in an effort to assist the submerged man. Upon reaching him, Lieutenant Commander Arnold was able to keep him above surface until help arrived. By his courageous and prompt actions in the face of great personal risk, Lieutenant Commander Arnold undoubtedly saved the man from drowning; thereby reflecting great credit upon himself and upholding the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
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Legion of Merit
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Captain William Glenn Arnold, United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Deputy Program Manager for Airborne Mine Defense, Program Executive Officer, Air Antisubmarine Warfare Assault and Special Mission Programs from December 1990 through October 1992 and Program Executive Officer, Mine Warfare from October 1992 through August 1993. Inspiring the efforts of both civilian and military personnel, and responsible for numerous projects involving Research and Development, Production, Fleet Support, and Logistics, Captain Arnold displayed outstanding management skills and a thorough working knowledge of the acquisition process. Through his guidance, programs, and projects were structured to meet changing Fleet needs, particularly as results of Operation DESERT STORM evolved. Additionally, he was a key player in the establishment and redirection of projects in response to Operation DESERT STORM lessons learned. Because the Airborne Mine Defense Program Office encompasses all phases of acquisition, support, and training, Captain Arnold was instrumental in structuring an overall program that will significantly enhance the Fleet’s posture in responding to littoral Mine Countermeasures requirements worldwide. In the environment of downsizing and diminishing funding, he maximized the performance and flexibility of current assets. Captain Arnold’s superior professionalism, sound judgment, and total devotion to duty reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.