(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant Oscar Ivan Chenoweth, Jr. (NSN: 0-314467), United States Navy, was awarded the Silver Star for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action as a Fighter Pilot in Fighting Squadron SEVENTEEN (VF-17), in action against the enemy in the Pacific during World War II. 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.