Criteria The Navy Cross may be awarded to any person who, while serving with the Navy or Marine Corps, distinguishes himself in action by extraordinary heroism not justifying an award of the Medal of Honor.... The Navy Cross may be awarded to any person who, while serving with the Navy or Marine Corps, distinguishes himself in action by extraordinary heroism not justifying an award of the Medal of Honor. MoreHide
Comments *DONALDSON, TROSE EMMETT (KIA)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Trose Emmett Donaldson (0-90693), Lieutenant, Junior Grade, U.S. Na... *DONALDSON, TROSE EMMETT (KIA)
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The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Trose Emmett Donaldson (0-90693), Lieutenant, Junior Grade, U.S. Navy (Reserve), for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in the line of his profession while as Gunnery/Torpedo Officer of the Submarine Tender U.S.S. OTUS (AS-20), in combat against enemy Japanese forces during the bombardment of Cavite Navy Yard, Philippine Islands, beginning on 10 December 1941. During a time of extreme stress and danger, Lieutenant, Junior Grade, Donaldson, with utter disregard for his own personal safety, worked tirelessly to evacuate ships and wounded from the stricken area and in fighting fires which raged along the waterfront. Although exposed to fierce and persistent attacks by Japanese bombers and land-based guns, he operated and directed the anti-aircraft fire from aboard his ship with grim determination and unflinching devotion to duty. His great personal valor and indomitable fighting spirit were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Bureau of Naval Personnel Information Bulletin No. 318 (September 1943)
Born: June 19, 1914 at Tacoma, Washington
Home Town: Tacoma, Washington
Personal Awards: Navy Cross (WWII), Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Purple Heart
Criteria The Distinguished Service Cross may awarded to a person who, while serving in any capacity with the Army, distinguishes himself by extraordinary heroism not justifying the award of a Medal of Honor. T... The Distinguished Service Cross may awarded to a person who, while serving in any capacity with the Army, distinguishes himself by extraordinary heroism not justifying the award of a Medal of Honor. This extraordinary heroism must take place while the individual is engaged in an action against an enemy of the United States; or while he is engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing foreign force; or while he is serving with friendly foreign forces that are engaged in an armed conflict against an opposing armed force in which the United States is not a belligerent party. The act or acts of heroism must be so notable and involve risk of life so extraordinary as to set the individual apart from his comrades. MoreHide
Comments *DONALDSON, TROSE EMMETT (KIA)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Trose Emmett Donaldson (0-90693), Lieutenant, Juni... *DONALDSON, TROSE EMMETT (KIA)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Trose Emmett Donaldson (0-90693), Lieutenant, Junior Grade, U.S. Navy (Reserve), for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in the vicinity of Corregidor, Manila Bay, Philippine Islands, on 9 April 1942. When the U.S. Army Tug HENRY KESWICK, at anchor off the Bataan Coast, was heavily shelled by enemy artillery, and hostile aircraft were aloft in the vicinity, Lieutenant Donaldson, serving as Master of the KESWICK, ordered all hands to safety below deck, and got under way toward Corregidor. He then ordered his crew to abandon ship while he remained aboard directing operations. Through his heroic courage in the face of terrific hazards, his exceptional judgment, and entire disregard for his personal safety, he not only succeeded in saving the lives of his entire crew, but prevented the vessel from falling into the hands of the enemy. Lieutenant Donaldson remained on the ship and at his post of duty until his crew was safely ashore, and was killed by enemy shell fire while he was leaving the vessel.
Headquarters: Allied Forces in the Philippines, General Orders No. 27 (1942)
Born: June 19, 1914 at Tacoma, Washington
Home Town: Tacoma, Washington
Personal Awards: Navy Cross (WWII), Distinguished Service Cross (WWII)
Criteria The Purple Heart may be awarded to any member of the Armed Forces of the United States who, while serving under competent authority in any capacity with one of the Armed Forces, has been wounded, kill... The Purple Heart may be awarded to any member of the Armed Forces of the United States who, while serving under competent authority in any capacity with one of the Armed Forces, has been wounded, killed, or who has died or may die of wounds received in armed combat or as a result of an act of international terrorism. MoreHide
Other Memories
Trabajador-a tug completed in 1931 at Hong Kong, British Crown Colony, by the Hong Kong and Whampoa Dock Co., Ltd.?was taken over by the Navy from the Visayan Stevedore-Transportation Co., and was assigned to the 16th Naval District on 13 December 1941, Lt. (jg.) Trose E. Donaldson, USNR, in command.
Criteria The Combat Action Ribbon is a personal decoration awarded to members of the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard (when operating under the control of the Navy) in the grade of captain (or colonel in th... The Combat Action Ribbon is a personal decoration awarded to members of the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard (when operating under the control of the Navy) in the grade of captain (or colonel in the Marine Corps) and below who have actively participated in ground or surface combat. MoreHide
Criteria The American Campaign Medal was awarded for For thirty days service outside the Continental United States but within the American Theater of Operations between December 7, 1941, and March 2, 1946; or,... The American Campaign Medal was awarded for For thirty days service outside the Continental United States but within the American Theater of Operations between December 7, 1941, and March 2, 1946; or, an aggregate service of one year within the Continental United States during the same period under the following circumstances: On permanent assignment outside the continental limits of the United States; or, On permanent assignment as a member of a crew of a vessel sailing ocean waters for a period of 30 consecutive days or 60 non-consecutive days; or, For service outside the continental limits of the United States in a passenger status or on temporary duty for 30 consecutive days or 60 non consecutive days; or, For service in active combat against the enemy and awarded a combat decoration or furnished a certificate by the commanding general of a corps, higher unit, or independent force that the individual actually participated in combat; or, For service within the continental limits of the United States for an aggregate period of one year. MoreHide
Criteria The Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal was awarded for for qualifying service within the Asiatic-Pacific Theater of Operations between December 7, 1941, and March 2, 1946, under any of the following condi... The Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal was awarded for for qualifying service within the Asiatic-Pacific Theater of Operations between December 7, 1941, and March 2, 1946, under any of the following conditions: On permanent assignment within the Asiatic-Pacific Theater; or, For service in a passenger status or on temporary duty for 30 consecutive days or 60 non-consecutive days; or, For service in active combat in the Asiatic-Pacific Theater of Operations against the enemy and awarded a combat decoration or furnished a certificate by the commanding general of a corps, higher unit, or independent force that the individual actually participated in combat. MoreHide
Criteria The Philippine Defense Medal was awarded for service in the defense of the Philippines from December 8, 1941 to June 15, 1942, under either of the following conditions: Participation in any engagement... The Philippine Defense Medal was awarded for service in the defense of the Philippines from December 8, 1941 to June 15, 1942, under either of the following conditions: Participation in any engagement against the enemy in Philippine territory, waters, or in the air over the Philippines or Philippine waters; or, Assigned or stationed in Philippine territory or waters for not less than thirty days during the authorizing period. MoreHide
Description
American Forces relentless effort to hold the Philippine Islands against an overwhelming Japanese Force. The Japanese eventually forced an American Surrender.
Criteria The American Defense Service Medal was awarded for service in the Armed Forces between September 8, 1939, and December 7, 1941. Army members had to serve 12 months to be eligible, but Navy and Marine ... The American Defense Service Medal was awarded for service in the Armed Forces between September 8, 1939, and December 7, 1941. Army members had to serve 12 months to be eligible, but Navy and Marine Corps members were eligible based on any length of service. MoreHide
Henry Keswick (USAT) Henry Keswick, tug used to supply Corregidor