Donald F. Weiss

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Navy Cross to Donald F. Weiss, 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. TINOSA (SS-238), on the SIXTH War Patrol of that submarine during the period 29 March 1944 to 15 May 1944, in enemy controlled waters of the Luzon Strait in the Philippine Islands. Through his experience and sound judgment Commander Weiss 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 Donald F. Weiss, 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. TINOSA (SS-283), on the FIFTH War Patrol of that submarine during the period 10 January 1944 to 4 March 1944, in enemy controlled waters of the South China Sea. Through his experience and sound judgment Commander Weiss 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.