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The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant [then Lieutenant, Junior Grade] Michael Murray Elliott (NSN: 0-282788), United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as an Officer in the Fire Control Party on board the U.S.S. BOWFIN (SS-287), during the SEVENTH War Patrol of that Submarine in enemy Japanese-controlled waters from 25 January to 25 March 1945. Demonstrating outstanding skill, excellent judgment and coordination of important information, Lieutenant Elliott rendered invaluable assistance to his Commanding Officer in conducting torpedo and gun attacks which resulted in the sinking of an enemy destroyer and the sinking or damaging of several smaller vessels. By his courage and skill he contributed directly to the success of his ship in evading enemy countermeasures and his devotion to duty was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

Awards Received

  • Bronze Star Medal

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Lieutenant [then Ensign]

    Division:

    U.S.S. Bowfin (SS-287)

    Action Date:

    July 16 – September 13, 1944
    Commander in Chief Pacific: Serial 01840 (March 3, 1945)

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star Medal to Lieutenant [then Ensign] Michael Murray Elliott (NSN: 0-282788), United States Navy, for meritorious service as Plotting Officer of the U.S.S. BOWFIN (SS-287), during the SIXTH War Patrol of that Submarine in enemy Japanese-controlled waters, from 16 July to 13 September 1944. Quick and accurate in his analysis of the information disclosed by his complex equipment, Lieutenant Elliott rendered invaluable assistance to his Commanding Officer in conducting highly successful gun and torpedo attacks against heavily escorted enemy convoys and contributed materially to the success of the BOWFIN in sinking nine enemy ships, totaling over 26,000 tons, and in evading severe hostile countermeasures. His unwavering devotion to duty throughout this hazardous patrol reflects the highest credit upon Lieutenant Elliott and the United States Naval Service.