Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Chief Electrician’s Mate

    Division:

    United States Navy Submarine (SS)

    Action Date:

    World War II

    Bureau of Naval Personnel Information Bulletin No. 323 (February 1944)

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Chief Electrician’s Mate Edmund D. Capece, United States Navy, for gallantry in action aboard a United States Submarine during war patrols in enemy-controlled waters during World War II. Chief Capece was calm and courageous in the performance of his duties while his submarine pressed home three aggressive attacks at dangerously close range on several heavily screened Japanese warships. His devotion to duty contributed immeasurably to the successful completion of an exacting assignment. 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.