Edward Raymond J. Griffin

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Edward Raymond J. Griffin, Lieutenant Commander, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in the line of his profession while serving with Mine Division NINE, in action against the enemy from 7 to 28 December 1941, in the Philippine Islands. Lieutenant Commander Griffin’s conduct throughout was in keeping with the highest traditions of the Navy of the United States. He gallantly gave his life for his country.