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 Colonel (Coast Artillery Corps) Harry Sheldon Tubbs (ASN: 0-19056), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States in the South Pacific Area from 11 December 1942 to 14 June 1944. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Tubbs and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the credit upon himself and the United States Army.