The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant Commander Richard Thomas Fahy (NSN: 0-82673), United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as Torpedo Data Computer Operator of the U.S.S. APOGON (SS-308), during the SECOND War Patrol of that Submarine in enemy Japanese-controlled waters, from 15 January to 5 March 1944. Ably furnishing accurate information, Lieutenant Commander Fahey rendered invaluable assistance to his Commanding Officer in conducting a night surface attack against enemy shipping to sink a freighter of over 6,000 tons and in employing effective evasive tactics during enemy counterattacks. His skill and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.