The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant Commander Hugh Raynor Rimmer (NSN: 0-78609), United States Navy, for gallantry and intrepidity in action in the performance of his duties as Assistant Approach Officer in the U.S.S. TAUTOG (SS-199), during the ELEVENTH War Patrol of that Submarine from 17 April 1944 to 21 May 1944. His ability to furnish his Commanding Officer with a continued flow of valuable information contributed directly to his vessel’s success in sinking four enemy ships totaling 20,500 tons. On numerous occasions during severe enemy counter-measures his timely suggestions and inspiring performance contributed to the safety of his ship and her return to port. 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.