The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant Commander Alan G. Grant, United States Naval Reserve, for gallantry in action as Commanding Officer of a Destroyer in the Solomon Islands in June and July 1943. Lieutenant Commander Grant transported troops and supplies through hazardous waters and under frequent attack in support of Landing operations at Rendova and New Georgia. His expert seamanship brought his ship through unharmed and contributed to the success of our operations. 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.