Charles Elliott Loughlin

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Navy Cross to Charles Elliott Loughlin, Commander, U.S. Navy, for gallantry and intrepidity and distinguished service in the line of his profession as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. QUEENFISH (SS-393), on the SECOND War Patrol of that submarine during the period 4 August 1944 to 3 October 1944, in enemy controlled waters of the East China Sea. Through his experience and sound judgment Commander Loughlin 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.

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Charles Elliott Loughlin, Commander, U.S. Navy, for gallantry and intrepidity and distinguished service in the line of his profession as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. QUEENFISH (SS-393), on the FIRST War Patrol of that submarine during the period 4 August 1944 to 3 October 1944, in enemy controlled waters of the Luzon Strait, in the Philippine Islands. Through his experience and sound judgment Commander Loughlin 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.