Evan Tyler Shepard

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Navy Cross to Evan Tyler Shepard, 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. PICUDA (SS-382), on the FIFTH War Patrol of that submarine during the period 29 December 1944 to 15 December 1945, in enemy controlled waters of the East China Sea. Through his experience and sound judgment Commander Shepard 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 Evan Tyler Shepard, 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. PICUDA (SS-382), on the FOURTH War Patrol of that submarine during the period 27 October 1944 to 2 December 1944, in enemy controlled waters of the East China Sea. Through his experience and sound judgment Commander Shepard 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.