Ralph Marion Metcalf

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Navy Cross to Ralph Marion Metcalf, Lieutenant 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. POGY (SS-266), on the SIXTH War Patrol of that submarine during the period 7 April 1944 to 20 May 1944, in enemy controlled waters off the coast of Japan. Through his experience and sound judgment Lieutenant Commander Metcalf 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 Ralph Marion Metcalf, Lieutenant 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. POGY (SS-266), on the FIFTH War Patrol of that submarine during the period 5 February 1944 to 8 March 1944, in enemy controlled waters of the East China Sea. Through his experience and sound judgment Lieutenant Commander Metcalf 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.