(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant, Junior Grade Perry S. Wood, United States Navy, was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action as Communications Officer of the U.S.S. SPADEFISH (SS-411), on the SECOND War Patrol of that submarine during the period 23 October 1944 to 12 December 1944, in enemy controlled waters of the East China Sea. Lieutenant, Junior Grade, Wood materially aided his Commanding Officer in attacks that resulted in sinking enemy ships totaling over 30,000 tons and damaging an additional large vessel. His conduct throughout was an inspiration to his officers and men and in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.