(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant Edmund B. Kneisel (NSN: 0-85729), United States Naval Reserve, was awarded the Silver Star (Posthumously) for gallantry in action as Diving Officer of the U.S.S. BARBEL (SS-316) during the FIRST War Patrol of that submarine in enemy-controlled waters from 15 July 1944 to 21 August 1944. 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.