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FENNO, FRANK WESLEY, JR. (Third Award) Citation: The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting a Second Gold Star in lieu of a Third Award of the Navy Cross to Frank Wesley Fenno, Jr., Lieutenant Commander, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in the line of his profession as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. RUNNER (SS-275), during the FIRST War Patrol of that vessel during the period 18 January through 7 March 1943. While commanding his submarine in the Pacific area, Commander Fenno displayed daring aggressiveness and excellent professional ability in sinking three freighters and damaging two other vessels. Through his experience and sound judgment Lieutenant Commander Fenno 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. Bureau of Naval Personnel Information Bulletin No. 321 (December 1943) Born: September 11, 1902 at Westminster, Massachusetts Home Town: Westminster, Massachusetts Awards: 3@ Navy Crosses (WWII), Distinguished Service Cross (WWII)
