The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Lieutenant Carl F. Robison, United States Naval Reserve, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in the line of his profession as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. LCI (L) ONE, in action against enemy forces during the amphibious assault on the Island of Sicily on 10 July 1943. Although his ship broached under pounding by the heavy surf while attempting an extremely hazardous landing on Caffi Beach in the face of tremendous opposition from hostile shore batteries, Lieutenant Robison returned the enemy fire with cool courage and tenacious determination, relenting only when his supply of ammunition became exhausted. Through his gallant efforts, maintained despite imminent personal danger, he enabled the embarked attack troops to effect a successful landing. The conduct of Lieutenant Robison throughout this action reflects great credit upon himself, and was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.