The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Commander George Garvie Molumphy (NSN: 0-70014), United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. SKIPJACK (SS-184), during a War Patrol of that Submarine in enemy Japanese-controlled waters during World War II. Skillfully maneuvering his ship into a favorable position to strike at heavily escorted enemy shipping, Commander Molumphy launched a bold torpedo attack against a covering enemy destroyer and, despite the nearness of other escort, succeeded in sinking the Japanese escort. In spite of severe enemy countermeasures and subsequent flooding of his vessel’s after torpedo room, he successfully avoided serious damage and effected his escape. Commander Molumphy’s inspiring leadership and devotion to the fulfillment of his hazardous mission reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Naval Service.