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The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star Medal to Lieutenant Commander Richard Thomas Fahy (NSN: 0-82673), United States Navy, for meritorious service in action during operations against the enemy as an Officer aboard a United States Submarine. His ability to furnish his Commanding Officer with a continuous flow of valuable information contributed directly to the success of his ship in sinking enemy shipping. His efficiency and coolness during enemy countermeasures greatly assisted his ship in conducting successful evasive tactics. His conduct throughout was an inspiration to the officers and men in his ship and was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Commander

    Division:

    U.S.S. Apogon (SS-308)

    Action Date:

    January 15 – March 5, 1944
    Pacific Fleet Board of Awards: Serial 73 (September 3, 1944)

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant Commander Richard Thomas Fahy (NSN: 0-82673), United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as Torpedo Data Computer Operator of the U.S.S. APOGON (SS-308), during the SECOND War Patrol of that Submarine in enemy Japanese-controlled waters, from 15 January to 5 March 1944. Ably furnishing accurate information, Lieutenant Commander Fahey rendered invaluable assistance to his Commanding Officer in conducting a night surface attack against enemy shipping to sink a freighter of over 6,000 tons and in employing effective evasive tactics during enemy counterattacks. His skill and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.