(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Commander Seldon G. Hooper, United States Navy, was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. UHLMANN (DD-687), at Palau on 6 September 1944; Mindanao and Visayas from 9 to 14 September 1944; Luzon from 21 to 22 September 1944; Nansei Shoto and Formosa from 24 to 26 October 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.