The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Major Allen E. Simon (MCSN: 0-897), United States Marine Corps, for distinguished service in the line of his profession as Commanding Officer, Third Battalion, 5th Regiment, 2d Brigade, U.S. Marine Corps, operating in the Natagalpa-Jinctega district of Nicaragua from 10 June 1929 to 11 April 1930. Major Simon exhibited great zeal, initiative and sound judgment in planning and leading combat patrols against the many and active insurrection groups operating in this highly productive coffee area. Through his knowledge of the terrain, continuous active patrolling, and untiring efforts, Major Simon has afforded the maximum protection to the coffee plantations which are largely owned by foreigners, and has made possible the successful harvesting of the present coffee crop in that district. His courage, ability, and good judgment have contributed in a great degree toward the suppression of insurrection in the Matagalpa-Jinotega district.