(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Robert S. Arthur, United States Air Force, was awarded the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States, culminating as Deputy Director of Operations, U.S. Southern Command, Miami, Florida, from 2010 to 2013. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Arthur culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and his dedicated contributions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.