The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to Lieutenant James S. Bryant (NSN: 0-97230), United States Naval Reserve, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action in the performance of his duties as Assistant Approach Officer in the U.S.S. SEALION (SS-315) during the THIRD War Patrol of that Submarine in enemy-controlled waters from 31 October 1944 to 3 December 1944. His sound judgment and thorough knowledge of attack problems assisted his Commanding Officer considerably while conducting attacks which resulted in sinking enemy shipping of more than 28,000 tons and damaging over 25,000 tons. His calm manner and devotion to duty contributed directly to the success of his vessel. His conduct throughout was an inspiration to the officers and men in his ship and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant James S. Bryant (NSN: 0-97230), United States Naval Reserve, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy. During the period 26 June 1942 to 10 March 1943, he distinguished himself by outstanding performance of his duties as Diving Officer of the U.S.S. THRESHER (SS-200), coolly and adeptly directing the depth control of his submarine during numerous attack son enemy shipping, both escorted and unescorted. Through his great skill he made possible many undetected approaches, and rendered excellent assistance to his Commanding Officer in sinking seven enemy ships, totaling 45,000 tons, and damaging five ships totaling 41,000 tons. Further, during 18 depth charge attacks, in which enemy air and surface craft dropped a total of 134 bombs and depth charges, his accurate depth control under silent running conditions enabled his vessel to evade the enemy without serious damage. His actions and conduct throughout were an inspiration to the crew, and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.