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George Kraker graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1920. He retired as a U.S. Navy Rear Admiral.

Awards Received

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Captain

    Action Date:

    World War II

    Commander in Chief Atlantic: Serial 3069 (June 20, 1946)

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Second Gold Star in lieu of a Third Award of the Legion of Merit with Combat “V” to Captain George Patton Kraker (NSN: 0-56085), United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States during operations against enemy forces while serving as Atlantic Fleet Escort Commander protecting trans-Atlantic convoys during World War II. Undeterred by the hazards of enemy submarine-infested waters and adverse weather conditions, Captain Kraker skillfully directed the ships under his command in fulfilling the difficult assignment of transporting men and supplies to sustain the Allied war fronts in Europe. By his sound judgment and professional skill, he contributed materially to the prosecution of the war in this area and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. (Captain Kraker is authorized to wear the Combat “V”.)

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Captain

    Division:

    U.S.S. Marblehead (CL-12)

    Action Date:

    August 1944

    Commander 8th Fleet: Serial 5882 (December 9, 1944)

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit with Combat “V” to Captain George Patton Kraker (NSN: 0-56085), United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. MARBLEHEAD (CL-12), and Commander of a Gunfire Support Unit prior to and during the amphibious invasion of Southern France in August 1944. Distinctly successful in achieving a high state of training and combat readiness in his command, Captain Kraker fearlessly directed the conduct of numerous gunfire support missions against the devastating return fire of German coastal positions during actual assault operations and, by his daring and forceful leadership, materially assisted the Allied ground forces in their advance along the coastal areas on the right flank. Captain Kraker’s effective coordination of offensive activities by his units in carrying out patrol and bombardment missions was an important factor in their successful support of Allied operations in Southern France. (Captain Kraker is authorized to wear the Combat “V”.)

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Captain

    Action Date:

    March 8 – September 2, 1945

    Commander Marianas: Serial 11411 (October 10, 1945)

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Legion of Merit to Captain George Patton Kraker (NSN: 0-56085), United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Chief of Staff to the Commander Forward Area Central Pacific and Commander Marianas from 8 March to 2 September 1945. Demonstrating professional ability and sound judgment during this period of major land, sea and air offensives which led to the ultimate defeat of the Japanese, Captain Kraker contributed materially to the success of this command in defending and developing Caroline and Volcano Islands. His leadership and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.