Delbert Williamson graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1927. He retired as a U.S. Navy Rear Admiral.
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Delbert Williamson graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1927. He retired as a U.S. Navy Rear Admiral.
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The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain [then Commander] Delbert Fred Williamson (NSN: 0-61305), United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. DRUM (SS-228), during the EIGHTH War Patrol of that Submarine in enemy Japanese-controlled waters from 2 November to 5 December 1943. Alert and aggressive as he navigated dangerous seas in search of Japanese shipping, Captain Williamson conducted bold attacks against the enemy and, insuring a high standard of efficiency through the patrol despite intensive hostile countermeasures, succeeded in sinking and damaging important Japanese vessels. With his submarine severely damaged by the enemy, he skillfully maintained damage and depth control and, inspiring confidence and maximum effort among his officers and men, brought the ship back safe to port. His fearless leadership, courageous conduct and unwavering devotion to duty during a daring undersea offensive reflect great credit upon Captain Williamson, his intrepid command and the United States Naval Service.
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The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Captain Delbert Fred Williamson (NSN: 0-61305), United States Navy, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commander Submarine Division TWO HUNDRED FORTY-ONE, during operations against enemy Japanese forces in the Pacific War Area from 1 December 1944 to 2 September 1945. Serving with distinction throughout this period, Captain Williamson rendered invaluable assistance to the Commanding Officers in conducting successful attacks against the enemy and, by his thorough knowledge and supervision of training activities of the submarines, contributed materially to the effective prosecution of submarine warfare in this area. His professional skill and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.