The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant, Junior Grade James T. Mew, United States Navy, for gallantry in action during World War II. As Officer-in-Charge of the after repair party during a fierce engagement against numerically superior Japanese forces, Lieutenant, Junior Grade, Mew directed his men in making repairs expeditiously and judiciously. He was responsible in a large measure for maintaining his ship’s efficient fighting condition. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Naval Service.