The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy and Marine Corps Medal to Signalman First Class Carl C. Walters, United States Navy, for heroism while serving in a United States Submarine during a War Patrol of that vessel in World War II. His calm manner and daring contributed materially to the success of his ship and the prosecution of the war against Japan. His conduct throughout was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.