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Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Lieutenant

    Division:

    U.S.S. Shark (SS-314)

    Action Date:

    World War II

    Bureau of Naval Personnel Information Bulletin No. 345 (December 1945)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant Robert S. Mac Donald (NSN: 0-95477), United States Naval Reserve, was awarded the Silver Star (Posthumously) for gallantry in action while serving as Assistant Torpedo Data Computer Operator aboard the U.S.S. SHARK (SS-314) during war patrols of that Submarine in enemy-controlled waters during World War II. 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.