Edward O. Stephan
Born: June 12, 1907 at Washington, D.C.
Home Town: Westgate, Maryland
Navy Cross
World War II
U.S. Navy
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Edward O. Commander, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for gallantry and intrepidity and distinguished service in the line of his profession as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. GRAYBACK (SS-208), during the War Patrols of that submarine in 1942 and 1943. Commander Stephan attacked and damaged a large amount of Japanese shipping. Through his experience and sound judgment Lieutenant Stephan brought his ship safely back to port. His conduct throughout was an inspiration to his officers and men and in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Bureau of Naval Personnel Information Bulletin No. 321 (December 1943)