(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Herman Jerry Carpenter, 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 Mobilization Assistant to the Commander in Chief of North American Aerospace Defense Command and Commander of Space Command, Colorado Springs, Colorado, from 1985 to 1991. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Carpenter 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.