Navy Federal Credit Union

The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Brigadier General Arnold Windom Jacobsen (MCSN: 0-471), United States Marine Corps, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commanding Officer of the United States Marine Corps Depot of Supplies, San Francisco, California. By exercising sound organizational ability and leadership General Jacobsen directed the development of plans for expansion and handling the overseas supply problems of all Marines in the Pacific Ocean area. He was responsible for the establishment of a smooth working method of furnishing and shipping supplies to all overseas Marine Corps units. Through his foresight and thorough knowledge of the problems to be met, he rendered invaluable assistance to the Corps in keeping a smooth flow of supplies being fed into the pipe lines supplying all combat areas.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Marine Corps

    Division:

    2d Division, American Expeditionary Forces

    Authority: Blakeney (2d Division, A.E.F. Orders)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Arnold Windom Jacobsen (MCSN: 0-471), United States Marine Corps, was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action during World War I. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Naval Service.