The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Major (Nurse Corps) Louise M. Fitzgerald, United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States in her outstanding organization in the Persian Gulf Command during World War II. Major Fitzgerald, by devotion to duty and tact, raised and held morale at the highest level despite extreme climactic conditions. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Major Fitzgerald and her dedicated contributions in the service of her country reflect the highest credit upon herself and the United States Army Air Forces.