The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Commander Carl Tiedeman (NSN: 0-72440), United States Navy, for gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. GUAVINA (SS-362), during the FOURTH War Patrol of that submarine in the South China Sea, from 27 October to 27 December 1944. Commander Tiedeman displayed exceptional skill, courage, and aggressiveness in five attacks against the enemy. The first three attacks between 15 November and 23 November 1944, were characterized by excellent ship handling in confined waters and resulted in the sinking of an AP (previously damaged by our Air Force), a large tanker, and a large AK. A fourth attack resulted in the sinking of an AK in the shallow water off Indo-China. In this attack GUAVINA received severe aerial bombing and depth charging. Important reconnaissance duty was performed by this gallant submarine between 11 December and 16 December 1944. His conduct throughout was an inspiration to the officers and men of his ship and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.