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USS Walsh (APD-111)

Navy Cross Citation

Lieutenant Junior Grade Patrick Joseph Walsh, United States Naval Reserve

Citation:

(Citation Missing) - SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant, Junior Grade Patrick Joseph Walsh (NSN: 0-140323), United States Naval Reserve, was awarded the Silver Star (Posthumously) for gallantry in action against the enemy as Commanding Officer of the Armed Guard aboard the SS Patrick J. Hurley on 12 September 1942. 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.

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