Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Lieutenant (MC)

    Division:

    Underwater Demolition Team 10

    Action Date:

    October 19, 1944

    Bureau of Naval Medicine

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant (MC) Lawrence J. Gibboney, United States Navy, was awarded the Silver Star for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action on October 19, 1944, in the Philippine Islands. 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.