Charlton Lewis Murphy, Jr.

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Navy Cross to Charlton Lewis Murphy, Jr., 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. STURGEON (SS-187), on the TENTH War Patrol of that submarine during the period 8 April 1944 to 28 May 1944, in enemy controlled waters of the Pacific War Area. Through his experience and sound judgment Commander Murphy 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 Charlton Lewis Murphy, Jr., 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. STURGEON (SS-187), on the NINTH War Patrol of that submarine during the period 13 December 1943 to 5 February 1944, in enemy controlled waters of the Pacific War Area. Through his experience and sound judgment Commander Murphy 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.