Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Commander

    Action Date:

    1943

    Bureau of Naval Personnel Information Bulletin No. 330 (September 1944) & 335 (February 1945)

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Lieutenant Commander Briscoe Chipman, United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commander of a beach identification group during the assault on Italy in 1943. Lieutenant Commander Chipman placed guide boats with unerring accuracy in positions to mark the proper approaches to the shore. By his inspiring leadership and sound judgment he contributed in large measure to the success of the landing forces.