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Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Lieutenant

    Division:

    U.S.S. Sea Dog (SS-401)

    Action Date:

    May 26 – July 5, 1945

    Bureau of Naval Personnel Information Bulletin No. 368 (October 1947)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant Kelly B. Reed, United States Navy, was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action as Torpedo Data Computer Operator aboard the U.S.S. SEA DOG (SS-401), during the FOURTH War Patrol of that Submarine in the Sea of Japan from 26 May 1945 to 5 July 1945. Lieutenant Reed assisted his Commanding Officer considerably in conducting attacks which resulted in the sinking of approximately 30,000 tons of enemy shipping. His coolness and high devotion to duty contributed directly to the success of his vessel in evading enemy countermeasures. His conduct throughout was an inspiration to the officers and men in his ship, and was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.