Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Commander

Unit:

U.S.S. Dace (SS-247), U.S. Navy

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross to Bladen Dulaney Claggett, Commander, U.S. Navy (Reserve), for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in the line of his profession as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. DACE (SS-247), in her FIFTH War Patrol in enemy-controlled waters, from 1 September 1944 to 6 November 1944. Commander Claggett displayed outstanding ability and great courage in three persistent attacks against the enemy, in which three large vessels were sunk. He evaded the enemy escorts through the skill and excellent fighting spirit of his ship. During his patrol, he made a successful rescue of the entire crew of the U.S.S. DARTER, which had been grounded on a shoal. His conduct throughout was in keeping with the highest traditions of the Navy of the United States of America.

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Commander

Unit:

U.S.S. Dace (SS-247), U.S. Navy

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Commander

Unit:

U.S.S. Dace (SS-247), U.S. Navy

This award was obtained in the form of an Gold Star to be attached on the ribbon of the first award.