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The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant Commander Paul Emil Loustaunau (NSN: 0-82344), United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving as Assistant Approach Officer of the U.S.S. BLUEFISH (SS-222), during the SIXTH War Patrol of that submarine in enemy Japanese-controlled waters, from 22 July to 14 September 1944. Rendering valuable assistance to his Commanding Officer by his sound judgment and knowledge of attack problems, Lieutenant Commander Loustaunau contributed materially to the sinking of more than 28,000 tons of enemy shipping, and to the success of his vessel in evading enemy countermeasures. His courage and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

Awards Received

  • Navy and Marine Corps Medal

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Lieutenant

    Division:

    U.S.S. Skipjack (SS-184)

    Action Date:

    March 10 – November 26, 1942

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy and Marine Corps Medal to Lieutenant Paul Emil Loustaunau (NSN: 0-82344), United States Navy, for heroic conduct while serving as Torpedo Data Computer Operator and Torpedo Officer of the U.S.S. SKIPJACK (SS-184), during the THIRD, FOURTH and FIFTH War Patrols of that Submarine in enemy-held waters from 10 March to 26 November 1942. By his thorough knowledge and outstanding performance of duty, Lieutenant Loustaunau rendered invaluable assistance to his Commanding Officer in sinking 36,000 tons of enemy shipping and in damaging a large hostile tanker. His exemplary leadership and courageous devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.