The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to Commander [then Lieutenant] Frank Lloyd Barrows (NSN: 0-75037), United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action as Diving Officer of the U.S.S. GAR (SS-206), during the FIRST War Patrol of that Submarine in Japanese waters from 2 February to 28 March 1942. Commander Barrows’ careful and precise control of depth were of invaluable assistance to his Commanding Officer in conducting successful attacks which resulted in the sinking of over 10,000 tons of enemy shipping. His coolness and high devotion to duty contributed directly to the success of his ship in evading enemy countermeasures. His conduct throughout was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant Commander Frank Lloyd Barrows (NSN: 0-75037), United States Navy, for gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy in the line of his profession as Executive Officer of the U.S.S. GUDGEON (SS-211) during eight War Patrols of that Submarine in enemy controlled waters. His skill and courage materially contributed to the success of the missions during which an important amount of enemy shipping was sunk and damaged. His conduct throughout was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.