Selden Small graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1932. He retired as a U.S. Navy Captain.
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Selden Small graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1932. He retired as a U.S. Navy Captain.
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Commander Selden Clobridge Small (NSN: 0-71604), United States Navy, for meritorious service during the period 12 August to 25 August 1950, while Commander of the Naval Element of a Special Operations Group which conducted a series of night demolition raids and beach reconnaissance against the enemy on the coasts of Korea. Commander Small, together with Commander Troop Element, skillfully planned the operations and carefully coordinated and trained all elements for these raids and beach reconnaissances. Under his determined leadership the task element successfully completed their missions in three night demolition raids, thereby inflicting considerable damage to enemy lines of supply and communications. Again under his leadership the task element successfully conducted night beach reconnaissances and surveys of three beaches, thereby obtaining valuable intelligence information. His leadership, skill, and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.