(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 Staff Sergeant William H. Bonham, United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as a member of Headquarters Company, 2d Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, during the period culminating on 15 August 1944. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Staff Sergeant Bonham and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.