William R. Grady

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to William R. Grady, Ensign, U.S. Navy (Reserve), for extraordinary heroism in operations against the enemy while serving as Pilot of a carrier-based Navy Combat Plane in on 24 August 1942, while deployed over the Eastern Solomon Islands. His outstanding courage and determined skill were at all times inspiring and in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.