The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Chief Quartermaster Harold E. Wood, United States Navy, for gallantry in action during war patrols in enemy controlled waters during World War II. As Quartermaster and Look-Out during four war patrols, aboard a United States Submarine, Chief Quartermaster Wood ably assisted his Commanding Officer in the Development of two night attacks which resulted in the sinking of one Japanese Cruiser and one Destroyer and seriously damaging another Cruiser with two torpedo hits. 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.