Frank Gordon Selby

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Navy Cross to Frank Gordon Selby, 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. PUFFER (SS-268), in action on 5 July 1944, during the FIFTH War Patrol of that submarine in enemy controlled waters of the Pacific War Area. The conduct of Commander Selby throughout this action reflects great credit upon himself, and was 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 Frank Gordon Selby, 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. PUFFER (SS-268), on the FOURTH War Patrol of that submarine during the period 30 April 1944 to 21 June 1944, in enemy controlled waters of the Southwest Pacific. Through his experience and sound judgment Commander Selby 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.