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 (Transportation Corps) Herbert B. Erb, United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States from November 1959 to January 1963. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Erb 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 Army.