(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant [then Lieutenant, Junior Grade] Robert R. Kemp, United States Navy, was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action as Radar Officer aboard the U.S.S. TRIGGER (SS-237), during the NINTH War Patrol of that Submarine in enemy-controlled waters of the Pacific Ocean Area from 23 March 1944 to 15 May 1944. Lieutenant Kemp materially assisted his Commanding Officer, contributing directly to the success of his vessel in sinking four enemy passenger-freighters and one destroyer totaling 33,200 tons, and damaging four additional enemy ships totaling 18,050 tons. 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.