The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Lieutenant Commander Lloyd Christian Brogger (NSN: 0-75283), United States Naval Reserve, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving on board the U.S.S. LIDDLE (APD-60). On 7 December 1944, the LIDDLE was attacked simultaneously by three enemy dive bombers. By his skillful maneuvering of his ship and effective gun fire Lieutenant Commander Brogger succeeded in avoiding the first two planes which were shot down and crashed close aboard. The third plane succeeded in crashing into the bridge of the LIDDLE causing severe casualties. When last seen Lieutenant Commander Brogger was still at his battle station on the open bridge attempting to save his ship from damage. Lieutenant Commander Brogger’s conduct and actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.