The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy and Marine Corps Medal to Lieutenant, Junior Grade John T. Pigott, Jr., United States Navy, for heroic conduct during the rescue of survivors from the U.S.S. WASP (CV-7) on 15 September 1942. Lieutenant, Junior Grade, Pigott brought a whaleboat close to the ship’s listing hull, despite constant danger from blazing oil and intermittent explosions of ammunition and gasoline, in a search for stranded and helpless personnel. He undoubtedly saved the lives of many who might otherwise have perished.