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(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant, Junior Grade Arthur H. Farr, United States Navy, was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action as Torpedo Data Computer Operator aboard the U.S.S. GUITARRO (SS-363), during the FIRST War Patrol of that Submarine in enemy-controlled waters from 7 May to 27 June, 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.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Lieutenant, Junior Grade

    Division:

    U.S.S. Guitarro (SS-363)

    Action Date:

    October 8 – November 16, 1944

    Bureau of Naval Personnel Information Bulletin No. 378 (August 1948)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant, Junior Grade Arthur H. Farr, United States Navy, was awarded a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action as Engineering Officer and Torpedo Data Computer Operator of the U.S.S. GUITARRO (SS-363) during her THIRD War Patrol in enemy controlled waters from 8 October 1944 to 16 November 1944. Lieutenant, Junior Grade Farr’s services were indispensable in actions resulting in sinking four enemy ships and damaging a heavy cruiser with a credited total of 28,200 tons sunk and 7,000 tons damaged. 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.