The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy and Marine Corps Medal to Chief Torpedoman Edward Arthur Russell, United States Navy, for heroic conduct while serving aboard a United States Submarine during war patrols in enemy controlled waters during World War II. Serving as Chief of the Watch in the control room of a submarine throughout five war patrols, Chief Russell skillfully carried out his duties in numerous engagements with hostile surface units and contributed to the success of his vessel in inflicting damage on the enemy.