Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Lieutenant Commander

Unit:

U.S.S. Finback (SS-230)

Awarded on:

July 8th, 1943

"For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. Finback (SS-230), during an aggressive and successful submarine war patrol in enemy controlled waters during World War II. Taking full advantage of every favorable attack opportunity, Lieutenant Commander Tyree, with courageous skill and efficiency, succeeded in sinking an important amount of Japanese shipping. Despite vigorous anti-submarine measures on the part of the enemy, he managed to bring his ship through an extremely hazardous period without disabling damage. His superb seamanship and conscientious devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service."

Board Awards: Serial 36 (July 8, 1943).

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Lieutenant Commander

Unit:

U.S.S. Finback (SS-230)

Awarded on:

March 1944

Citation:
"For extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. Finback (SS-230), on the Fifth War Patrol of that submarine during the period 12 May 1943 to 26 June 1943, in enemy controlled waters of the Palau Islands. Through his aggressive actions while on patrol in the Pacific War Area, Lieutenant Commander Tyree succeeded in dealing crippling blows to Japanese shipping. His submarine sank 23,000 tons and damaged 20,000 tons of hostile shipping. Through his experience and sound judgment Lieutenant Commander Tyree brought his ship safely back to port. His conduct throughout was an inspiration to his officers and men and in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service."

Bureau of Naval Personnel Information Bulletin No. 324 (March 1944).

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Lieutenant Commander

Unit:

U.S.S. Finback (SS-230)

Awarded on:

December 1944

Citation:
"For extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. Finback (SS-230), on the Sixth War Patrol of that submarine during the period 18 July 1943 to 12 September 1943, in enemy controlled waters of the Java Sea. Through his aggressive actions while on patrol in the Pacific War Area, Lieutenant Commander Tyree destroyed a large armed passenger-freighter. Taking advantage of every favorable attack with alert skill and courageous efficiency, he succeeded in sinking an important amount of hostile shipping. Through his experience and sound judgment Lieutenant Commander Tyree brought his ship safely back to port. His conduct throughout was an inspiration to his officers and men and in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service."

Bureau of Naval Personnel Information Bulletin No. 333 (December 1944).