Navy Federal Credit Union

(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant Robert P. Guiler, III (NSN: 0-82674), United States Navy, was awarded the Silver Star for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, during World War II. 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.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Lieutenant

    Division:

    U.S.S. Grampus (SS-207)

    Action Date:

    February 8 – April 4, 1942

    American Battle Monuments Commission

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant Robert P. Guiler, III (NSN: 0-82674), United States Navy, was awarded a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star for gallantry in action as Torpedo Data Computer Operator of the U.S.S. GRAMPUS (SS-207), during the FIRST War Patrol of that vessel in enemy controlled waters during the period 8 February 1942 to 4 April 1942. Lieutenant Guilder materially aided his Commanding Officer in conducting attacks and succeeding in sinking 20,000 tons of enemy Japanese shipping without casualty to personnel of his own command. 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.