Alexander Clark graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1941. He retired as a U.S. Navy Commander.
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Alexander Clark graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1941. He retired as a U.S. Navy Commander.
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The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy and Marine Corps Medal to Lieutenant Alexander Hugh Clark, Jr. (NSN: 0-100179/110), United States Navy, for heroism while serving as Officer-of-the-Deck in a United States Submarine during a War Patrol of that vessel. His initiative, energy, and superior ability were direct contributing factors at all times toward the success of his ship and the prosecution of the war against Japan. His conduct throughout was an inspiration to the officers and men with whom he served and was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
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The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant Alexander Hugh Clark, Jr. (NSN: 0-100179/110), United States Navy, for gallantry and intrepidity in action in the performance of his duties as Torpedo Data Computer Operator in a United States Submarine during a war patrol of that vessel in enemy Japanese-controlled waters from 1 March 1945 to 19 May 1945. His keen understanding of fire control equipment and proficiency in operating the computer were of valuable assistance to his Commanding Officer while conducting an attack which resulted in sinking approximately 10,000 tons of enemy shipping. His calm manner and devotion to duty contributed directly to the success of his vessel and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
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The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star Medal to Lieutenant Alexander Hugh Clark, Jr. (NSN: 0-100179/110), United States Navy, for meritorious service in action in the performance of his duties in a United States Submarine during a war patrol of that vessel in enemy Japanese-controlled waters from 28 June to 31 August 1945. As Assistant Approach Officer, his excellent judgment and thorough knowledge of attack problems assisted his Commanding Officer considerably in conducting successful torpedo attacks which resulted in sinking over 10,000 tons of enemy shipping, and damaging another ship by gunfire. His calm manner and devotion to duty contributed directly to the success of his vessel in evading enemy countermeasures. 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.