The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Bronze Star Medal to Captain Bert Franklin Brown (NSN: 0-60319), United States Navy, for heroic achievement in connection with operations against the enemy while serving as Officer in Tactical Command of a Radar Picket Station Unit for a total of eight days during the period from 7 June to 23 June 1945, in the vicinity of Okinawa. Through his inspiring leadership, the ships under his command effectively fought off frequent determined attacks by enemy suicide planes. He conducted the actions with such skill and determination that nearly all the attacking planes were destroyed by ships’ guns or by assisting Combat Air Patrol. His vigilance, decisive action, and devotion to duty reduced the damage and casualties incurred by our forces to a minimum. His conduct and courage were at all times 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 Bronze Star Medal to Captain Bert Franklin Brown (NSN: 0-60319), United States Navy, for heroic achievement as a Task Unit Commander attached to Commander Task Group SEVENTY-EIGHT POINT THREE (TG-78.3), during the assault landing at Mariveles, Bataan and Corregidor, Philippine Islands, on 15 and 16 February 1945. By supporting part of the minesweeping units for two days prior to the landing, Captain Brown contributed materially to the successful sweeping operations in the objective area. During the landing on Corregidor, despite fire from enemy shore batteries, he directed his destroyers to close the beach and deliver fire which neutralized enemy guns and permitted troops to land with minimum casualties. His courageous action under combat conditions was an inspiration to the officers and men under his command. His outstanding leadership throughout has distinguished him among those performing duties of the same character.