- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
- Rank:
- Captain
- Unit:
- U.S.S. San Juan (CL-54), U.S. Navy
"For meritorious service as Engineering Officer on board the U.S.S. SAN JUAN (CL-54), during operations against enemy Japanese forces in the Pacific War Area from 7 August 1942 to 24 April 1943. During the supporting bombardment of the landing of our Marines on Guadalcanal on 7 August and in the air attack the following day, Captain Deutermann directed the operations of the engineering plant during periods of constant maneuvering, frequently at high speed. During the Battle of Santa Cruz on 26 October, he was responsible for the successful performance of the engineering plant while operating at high speed in close proximity to other vessels of the Task Group and while under enemy air attack. His skill, courage and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service."
Captain Deutermann is authorized to wear the Combat "V".