William F. Hogaboom

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to William F. Hogaboom (0-5957), First Lieutenant, U.S. Marine corps, for distinguished service in action as Commanding Officer of Battery A, FOURTH Marines (Detached) as member of a Navy Bluejacket-Marine Battalion, in action against the enemy in the defense of the Bataan Peninsula, Luzon, Philippine Islands, from 23 to 31 January. Lieutenant Hogaboom, while attached to a composite Blue Jacket-Marine Battalion hastily organized to expel a strong enemy detachment which had infiltrated and occupied commanding ground dangerously threatening the Miravalis area of Bataan, rendered conspicuous service in controlling and handling mixed units in this action, which succeeded in isolating the Japanese force on Longoskawayan Point where the enemy was destroyed. Lieutenant Hogaboom displayed outstanding qualities of leadership, and by his courageous actions and tireless efforts contributed materially to the success of this important and timely operation. His actions at all times were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.