Charles Emery Rosendahl
Born: May 15, 1892 at Chicago, Illinois
Home Town: Cleburne, Texas
Navy Cross
World War II
U.S. Navy
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Charles Emery Rosendahl, Captain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in the line of his profession as Commanding Officer of the Heavy Cruiser U.S.S. MINNEAPOLIS (CA-36), during the action in enemy-controlled waters at the Battle of Tassafaronga on the night of 30 November 1942. Captain Rosendahl fought his ship with skill and determination, contributing in large measure to the destruction of all enemy vessels within gun range. His inspiring leadership and the valiant devotion to duty of his command contributed in large measure to the outstanding success of these vital missions and reflect great credit upon the United States Naval Service.
Bureau of Naval Personnel Information Bulletin No. 317 (August 1943)