(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General John Arthur Collins, 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 as Chief of Chaplains, Headquarters, U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C., from 1982 to 1985. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Collins 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.