The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy and Marine Corps Medal to Motor Machinist’s Mate First Class Douglas I. Peterson, United States Navy, for heroic conduct while serving aboard a United States Submarine during war patrols in enemy controlled waters during World War II. Manning an important stat on in the after engine room of a submarine, Motor Machinist’s Mate First Class Peterson performed his duties with outstanding professional ability. His courage was an inspiration to his shipmates.