William A. Stevenson

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Navy Cross to William A. Stevenson, 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. ASPRO (SS-309), during a War Patrol of that submarine in enemy controlled waters of the Pacific War Area in 1944. The conduct of Lieutenant Commander Stevenson throughout this action reflects great credit upon himself, and was 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 William A. Stevenson, 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. ASPRO (SS-309), on the FIRST War Patrol of that submarine during the period 9 July 1944 to 18 August 1944, in enemy controlled waters of the China Sea. Through his experience and sound judgment Lieutenant Commander Stevenson 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.