Paul Mobray Anderson

Lieutenant Commander, U. S. Navy

Silver Star

GENERAL ORDERS:
Commander Submarine Forces Pacific: Serial 0401 (September 9, 1946)
CITATION:
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Chief Machinist's Mate Paul Mobray Anderson (NSN: 299999), United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action in the performance of his duties as Chief-of-the-Boat in the U.S.S. SPEARFISH (SS-190), during the THIRD War Patrol of that Submarine in the Southwest Pacific Area, from 27 March 1942 to 20 May 1942.
His industry, skill and able supervision in maintaining a high state of readiness in the Control Room at all times, were of invaluable assistance to his Commanding Officer in conducting attacks which resulted in the sinking of two enemy ships totaling 10,000 tons, and in making a daring rescue of many military personnel from an island fortress under constant enemy attack.
His coolness and high devotion to duty contributed directly to the success of his vessel in evading severe enemy countermeasures. His conduct throughout was an inspiration to all with whom he served, and was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.