George Seivwright, Jr.
Born: July 31, 1922 at Montpelier, Vermont
Home Town: Montpelier, Vermont
Status: KIA
Navy Cross
World War II
U.S. Navy
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to George Seivwright, Jr., Aviation Ordnanceman First Class, U.S. Navy (Reserve), for extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty while serving on board the Aircraft Carrier U.S.S. FRANKLIN (CV-13), in action against the enemy on 30 October 1944, in the Pacific War Area. His conduct throughout was in keeping with the highest traditions of the Navy of the United States. He gallantly gave his life for his country.