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(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Rear Admiral Julius Augustus Furer, United States Navy, was awarded the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Coordinator of Research and Development from December 1941 to May 1945. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Admiral Furer and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

Awards Received

  • Navy Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Commander

    Regiment:

    Supply Division

    Division:

    Bureau of Construction and Repair

    Action Date:

    World War I

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Commander Julius Augustus Furer, United States Navy, for distinguished service in the line of his profession as Officer in Charge of the Supply Division of the Bureau of Construction and Repair and of matters pertaining to small vessels, including the design and construction of over 450 110-foot sub. chasers, the building of which was distributed among a large number of firms, none of whom had any experience with Navy work. The successful accomplishment of this work was largely due to the initiative and executive ability of Commander Furer.