Clarence Doss graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1934. He retired as a U.S. Navy Captain.
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Clarence Doss graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1934. He retired as a U.S. Navy Captain.
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The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Commander Clarence Thomas Doss, Jr. (NSN: 0-73538), United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as Commander LSR Division ELEVEN, in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea, during the amphibious assault against Inch’on on 15 September 1950. Successfully navigating the extremely hazardous and difficult approaches to Inch’on, Commander Doss directed the bombing operations of his unit while under close-range fire from enemy shore batteries. An able and aggressive leader, he maintained his ships on their assigned stations and effectively carried out a devastating bombardment attack against enemy shore installations in support of friendly landing forces, thereby contributing materially to the success of his Division in inflicting heavy damage upon the enemy and in facilitating the landing of assault troops. His outstanding leadership, professional skill and steadfast devotion to duty throughout reflect the highest credit upon Commander Doss and the United States Naval Service.