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James Glaes graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1939. He retired as a U.S. Navy Captain.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Commander

    Division:

    U.S.S. Sandlance (SS-381)

    Action Date:

    April 20 – June 3, 1944

    Commander in Chief Pacific: Serial 01669 (February 25, 1945)

    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 Lieutenant Commander James Gordon Glaes (NSN: 0-82339), United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as Assistant Approach Officer of the U.S.S. SANDLANCE (SS-381), during the SECOND War Patrol of that Submarine in enemy Japanese-controlled waters, from 20 April to 3 June 1944. Skilled and tireless in the performance of duty, Lieutenant Commander Glaes expertly supervised the activities of personnel under his command and, by his thorough knowledge of attack problems, rendered invaluable assistance to his Commanding Officer in conducting aggressive attacks against the enemy to sink over 22,000 tons of shipping and to damage over 6,000 tons. His leadership, courage, and devotion to the completion of each perilous mission reflect the highest credit upon Lieutenant Commander Glaes and the United States Naval Service.

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Lieutenant

    Division:

    U.S.S. Sandlance (SS-381)

    Action Date:

    February 8 – March 23, 1944

    Commander in Chief Pacific: Serial 05480 (October 9, 1944)

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant James Gordon Glaes (NSN: 0-82339), United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action in the performance of his duties as Torpedo Data Computer Operator in the U.S.S. SANDLANCE (SS-381), during the FIRST War Patrol of that Submarine, from 8 February 1944 to 23 March 1944. His high degree of skill and ability in operating the Torpedo Data Computer contributed directly to his vessel’s success in sinking one enemy light cruiser, two freighters and two passenger-freighters of 6,000 tons. His efficiency during periods of severe material damage, and his coolness under the most trying conditions of severe enemy counter-attacks greatly assisted his ship in successful evasive tactics and her return to port. His conduct throughout was an inspiration to the officers and men in his ship, and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.