(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Chief Pharmacist’s Mate Clarence W. Williams, United States Navy, was awarded the Silver Star for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity on 24 February 1944 while serving aboard the U.S.S. TAUTOG (SS-199). His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Naval Service.