Legion of Merit
Award
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The Legion of Merit is a military award of the United States Armed Forces that is given for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. Wikipedia
Awarded for: Exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements
Eligibility: Members of the Uniformed Services of the United States and political and military leaders of allied states
First awarded: 1942
Next (higher): Defense Superior Service Medal
Next (lower): Distinguished Flying Cross
Status: Currently awarded