Period:

First World War (1914-1918)

Unit:

U.S.S. O-7, U.S. Navy

"For distinguished and heroic action as Commanding Officer of the USS O-7, engaged in the important, exacting and hazardous duty of patrolling the waters infested by enemy submarines, destroyers, and mines; protecting vitally important convoys of troops and supplies, and in offensive and defensive action, vigorously and unremittingly prosecuted against all forms of enemy naval activity."

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Captain

Unit:

U.S.S. Lexington (CV-2), U.S. Navy

Awarded on:

August 1942

"For extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in the line of his profession as Commanding Officer of the Aircraft Carrier U.S.S. LEXINGTON (CV-2), in action against enemy forces in the Pacific War Area when his ship was attacked by eighteen Japanese bombing planes on 20 February 1942. As a result of the brilliant performance of the fighting squadrons under his command, the outstanding manner in which he coordinated and timed the employment and relief of his combat patrols and his own expert handling of the ship, sixteen of the eighteen enemy bombers were destroyed, without damage to the U.S.S. LEXINGTON (CV-2). Captain Sherman's inspiring leadership and the valiant devotion to duty of his command contributed in large measure to the outstanding success of these vital missions and reflect great credit upon the United States Naval Service."

Bureau of Naval Personnel Information Bulletin No. 305 (Gold Star in lieu)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Rear Admiral

Unit:

First Carrier Task Force, U.S. Navy

Awarded on:

April 18th, 1944

"For extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, on 21 February 1944, while serving as Officer in Tactical Command of a Carrier Task Group, when the position of his group in the Marianas Islands was reported to the enemy. Later that evening his Task Group was the object of a series of attacks by enemy Torpedo and Bombing planes. These attacks were delivered in an aggressive, determined manner and continued throughout the night and into the following morning. During these repeated attacks he maneuvered his Task Group in an excellent manner and presented to the enemy at all times the most difficult target possible; two enemy aircraft were destroyed at night by ships' gunfire, and three more were destroyed by ships' gunfire and Combat Air Patrol the following morning. In the face of these determined attacks he continued his approach to the aircraft launching point. Aircraft launched from carriers under his command delivered repeated attacks on shipping, aircraft, and shore installation on and in the vicinity of Tinian and Guam Islands, and inflicted heavy damage upon the enemy. In addition, extremely valuable photographs were obtained. The above action and subsequent retirement were completed without damage to ships of his Task Group by the enemy. His actions contributed materially to the successful completion of the mission and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service."

Commander in Chief Pacific: Serial 01489 (Second Gold Star in lieu)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Rear Admiral

Unit:

First Carrier Task Force, U.S. Navy

Awarded on:

April 1944

"For exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States as Commander of the Carrier Task Force which raided Rabaul, 5 November 1943. Admiral Sherman struck deep into enemy waters, and skillfully directed his units to render impotent a large hostile force. He contributed essentially to the success of the Bougainville operation."

Bureau of Naval Personnel Information Bulletin No. 325

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Rear Admiral

Unit:

Task Group 58.3, First Carrier Task Force, U.S. Navy

"For exceptionally meritorious service...as Commander of a Task Group, assigned to the First Carrier Task Force, supporting our assault landings on Peleliu and Anguar in the Palau Group and conducting air strikes against enemy Japanese bases on Mindanao, the Visayas, and Luzon in the Philippines and the Loochow Islands and Formosa in support of our landings at Leyte, from September 1 to October 30 1944; and as Commander of a Task Group, assigned to the Second Carrier Task Force, operating against enemy forces in the Philippine Islands, Formosa, the Nansei Shoto Islands and the coast of French Indo-China, from October 30, 1944 to January 25, 1945. Highly skilled in organizing and developing the forces of his command during these critical periods, Rear Admiral Sherman directed his Task Group in effective attacks against the enemy in the face of determined opposition, inflicting severe and costly damage upon aircraft, shipping and shore installations in strategic Pacific areas. By his brilliant leadership and his knowledge and expertise in all phases of aerial warfare, he inspired the men of his force to maximum effort and contributed essentially to the continued successful prosecution of the war in this theater..."

Gold Star in lieu

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Rear Admiral

Unit:

Task Group 58.3, First Carrier Task Force, U.S. Navy

Awarded on:

March 1947

"For exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States as Commander, Task Group 58.3, assigned to the First Carrier Task Force during operations against the Japanese from 10 February to 18 June 1945. Rear Admiral Sherman directed his task group in a series of effective attacks against the enemy at Tokyo, Iwo Jima, Kyushu and the Inland Sea. In a dangerous photographic mission at Okinawa from 23 March to 29 May, he maintained a high standard of fighting efficiency in his group and pressed home devastating attacks against the enemy, inflicted severe and costly damage against hostile aircraft, shipping and shore installations, and provided support for our military ground units on the island. Rear Admiral Sherman's leadership and tactical direction were vital factors in extending our control of the Pacific westward and in completing a number of hazardous missions with outstanding success."

Bureau of Naval Personnel Information Bulletin No. 361 (Second Gold Star in lieu)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

With "Combat V" device

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

First World War (1914-1918)

With "Submarine" clasp

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

With "Fleet" clasp

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

w/ 5 service stars

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

With 2 bronze service stars

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)