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Ebert, Walter Gale

Date of birth:
August 2nd, 1909
Date of death:
June 20th, 1990
Nationality:
American (1776 - present, Republic)

Biography

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Commander
Unit:
U.S.S. Scamp (SS-277), U.S. Navy
Awarded on:
June 17th, 1943
"For gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy during the FIRST and SECOND War Patrols of the U.S.S. SCAMP (SS-277) from 1 March to 4 June 1943. While Commanding Officer of that Submarine, he daringly and adeptly maneuvered his ship into positions from which to strike the enemy, and aggressively attacked, sinking a valuable converted merchant seaplane tender of 6,853 tons, and damaging three other vessels totaling 13,174 tons. Further, in spite of heavy and persistent enemy counter measures, he handled his ship expertly to avoid damage, and returned her safely to port. His actions and conduct were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service."

Commander 7th Fleet: Serial 0066
Silver Star Medal (SSM)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Commander
Unit:
U.S.S. Scamp (SS-277), U.S. Navy
Awarded on:
August 22nd, 1943
Legion of Merit - US Military
"For exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States. During the THIRD War Patrol of the U.S.S. SCAMP (SS-277) from 22 June to 6 August 1943, conducted in the heavily patrolled enemy held waters of the Solomons and Bismarck area, Commander Ebert, as Commanding Officer of that Submarine, daringly and adeptly maneuvered his vessel into positions from which to strike the enemy, and aggressively attacked on every occasion, sinking a large enemy submarine and severely damaging a valuable enemy tanker. Further, during a great portion of this patrol, when the SCAMP was employed on a scouting line, he conducted a determined and thorough search for enemy vessels, thereby contributing materially to the success of Allied operations in the Solomon Islands. In addition, despite strong and persistent enemy counter measures, he so skillfully maneuvered his ship as to avoid damage, and returned her safely to port. His actions and conduct were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. (Commander Ebert is authorized to wear the Combat "V".)"
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Commander
Unit:
U.S.S. Scamp (SS-277), U.S. Navy
Awarded on:
November 13th, 1943
Navy Cross
"For extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. SCAMP (SS-277), on the FOURTH War Patrol of that submarine during the period 2 September 1943 to 1 October 1943, in enemy controlled waters of the Bismarck Sea. Commander Ebert skillfully and daringly maneuvered his ship into positions from which to strike the enemy, and repeatedly attacked, sinking two valuable Japanese ships totaling 15,100 tons, and probably sinking an anti-submarine vessel of 500 tons. Undeterred by strong and determined enemy counter measures including depth charges and gunfire, and with his ship at one time in extreme danger of sinking, he courageously and relentlessly pressed home attacks against the enemy at every opportunity, and returned his ship safely to her base. His conduct during this patrol was a continuation of his illustrious record, and was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service."

Commander 7th Fleet: Serial 02261
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Commander
Unit:
U.S.S. Scamp (SS-277), U.S. Navy
Awarded on:
December 13th, 1945
Silver Star Medal (SSM)
"For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action in the performance of his duties as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. SCAMP (SS-277) during the FIFTH War Patrol of that Submarine in enemy controlled waters from 22 October 1943 to 26 November 1943. Displaying great skill and aggressiveness during a series of bold attacks on heavily escorted merchant and combatant vessels, Commander Ebert succeeded in sinking and damaging approximately 20,500 tons of enemy shipping. In addition, a hazardous special mission was successfully completed. His coolness and high devotion to duty enabled him to evade all enemy countermeasures and bring his ship safely back to port. His conduct throughout was an inspiration to the officers and men in his ship and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service."

Commander Submarine Forces Pacific: Serial 4364 (Gold Star in lieu)
China Service Medal - Navy and Marine Corps
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)

"A" device
American Defence Service Medal
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)

1 silver campaign star
Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal

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