Navy Cross Award Ceremony Program
Object NameProgram
Historic Owner
Eugene Smith Jr.
Association
USS Intrepid (CV/CVA/CVS-11)
DateApril 12, 1994
PeriodMuseum Era
Mediumpaper, ink
ClassificationsCommunication Artifacts
Credit LineCollection of the Intrepid Museum. Gift of Eugene Smith Jr. A00.2018.05
Object numberA00.2018.05
DescriptionProgram; The Navy Cross Award Ceremony // Presented to: // Steward's Mate First Class // Eugene Smith, Jr. // United States Naval Reserve // April 12, 1994 // Naval Station Treasure IslandCitation in program reads:
"For extraordinary heroism in connection with operations // against the enemy while serving aboard USS Intrepid. On 29 // October 1944, a Japanese dive bomber attacked from the // starboard side of the ship. Undaunted by the extremely // heavy volume of enemy fire which caused extensive damage to // the ship, Petty Officer Smith remained in a dangerously // exposed position and continued to operate his portside gun // in its fire over the flight deck. Although it became // apparent that the enemy plane was headed directly for his // gun tub and despite the imminent danger, he steadfastly // continued to deliver effective gun fire upon the enemy // until the Japanese plane crashed into the tub and exploded, // causing him to be severely burned. Through his daring and // resolute determination, Petty Officer Smith was // instrumental in thwarting the enemy attack. By his personal // valor, significant contribution, and unwavering devotion to // duty, Petty Officer Smith reflected great credit upon // himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United // States Naval Service."
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