Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Captain

Awarded on:

July 24th, 1944

"For extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in action as Commander of a Coordinated Attack Group of Submarines operating in enemy waters of the China Sea of Formosa during the period 29 March to 23 May 1944. By his outstanding administrative ability and knowledge of submarine warfare, and as a result of his many material contributions and efficient handling of this attack group, the submarines under his Command sank ten enemy ships totaling 40,000 tons. Much of the credit for these submarines' aggressiveness and successful attacks, in spite of severe enemy counter-measures, was largely due to his effective and inspiring leadership in coordinating these submarines into an efficient attack force. His conduct was at all times in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service."

Commanding in Chief Pacific: Serial 03435

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Captain

Unit:

Submarine Squadron 10, U.S. Navy

Awarded on:

May 1948

"For exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commander of various Submarine Divisions from 19 September 1943 to 9 September 1944; Commander Submarine Squadron EIGHT, from October 1944 to June 1945; and Commander Submarine Squadron TEN, from June to September 1945."

Bureau of Naval Personnel Information Bulletin No. 375