Navy Federal Credit Union

The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Commander Liles W. Creighton, United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. LUDLOW while it was operating off the north coast of Sicily from 1 to 18 August 1943. Commander Creighton fought his ship skillfully and inflicted severe losses on enemy aircraft during frequent air attacks, bringing the LUDLOW through without serious damage. His vigorous and effective shore bombardments in support of Army forces contributed in large measure to the success of our forces.

Awards Received

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Commander

    Division:

    U.S.S. Ludlow

    Action Date:

    September 1943

    Bureau of Naval Personnel Information Bulletin No. 338 (May 1945)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Commander Liles W. Creighton, United States Navy, was awarded a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. LUDLOW during the invasion of Salerno in September 1943.