Russell Kefauver

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Navy Cross to Russell Kefauver, 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. SPRINGER (SS-414), on a War Patrol of that submarine in enemy controlled waters in 1945. Through his experience and sound judgment Lieutenant Commander Kefauver 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 Russell Kefauver, 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. TAMBOR (SS-198), in action on 28 January 1944, during the NINTH War Patrol of that submarine in the East China Sea. His conduct throughout was an inspiration to his officers and men and in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.