Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Boatswain's Mate Second Class

Unit:

U.S.S. Cavalier (APA-37), U.S. Coast Guard (U.S.S. Cavalier (APA-37), U.S. Coast Guard)

Awarded on:

1945

Citation:
"For distinguishing himself by gallantry and intrepidity in action as a member of a salvage boat crew attached to the U.S.S. Cavalier while participating in assault landings against the enemy in Lingayen Gulf, Luzon, Philippine Islands on 9 January 1945. Facing intense enemy mortar fire he displayed exceltional courage, skill, initiative and devotion to duty while aiding in the salvage of numerous landing craft stranded on the beach. Disregarding his own safety and under continuous enemy fire he unhasitatingly plunged into the water and assisted in the rescue of a man who had been hurled overboard by the expolsion of an enemy shell. His conduct throughout was in keeping with the best traditions of the Navy of the United States."

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Awarded on:

1945