The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Chief Carpenter’s Mate Tony DeGrazio, United States Navy, for gallantry in action while serving aboard a United States Submarine during war patrols in enemy-controlled waters during World War II. During two war patrols of his submarine, Chief Carpenter’s Mate DeGrazio was responsible for the thorough training of lookouts, helmsmen and quartermasers of the watch. By his valiant and inspiring conduct, he assisted materially in sinking 15,878 tons of enemy shipping and in damaging 15,600 tons, including an aircraft carrier. 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.