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The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy and Marine Corps Medal to Lieutenant Commander Harmon B. Sherry (NSN: 0-078640), United States Navy, for heroic conduct while serving aboard the U.S.S. GUDGEON (SS-211) during a war patrol in enemy-controlled waters during World War II. He displayed the highest traditions of the naval service in his unwavering courage and devotion to duty.

Awards Received

  • Prisoner of War Medal

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Commander

    Division:

    Prisoner of War (Japan)

    Action Date:

    September 13, 1944 – September 1945
    NARA Database: Records of World War II Prisoners of War, created, 1942 – 1947

    Lieutenant Commander Harmon B. Sherry (NSN: 0-078640), United States Navy, was captured by Japanese forces after the sinking of the Submarine U.S.S. GUDGEON (SS-211) on 13 September 1944, and was held as a Prisoner of War until the end of hostilities in September 1945.