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Kent Weekly (SS/DSV) (DBF), EMCS
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Lynch Jr, Frank Curtis (Tiny) (NC x 3), CAPT.
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Was critically injured in an automobile accident in Columbo, Ceylon on May 25, 1953 while Commanding Officer of USS Allen Sumner (DD-692)
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Navy Cross - 1944
Name of Award Navy Cross
Year Awarded 1944
Last Updated: Aug 29, 2009
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Details Behind Award
LYNCH, FRANK C. (Second Award) Synopsis: The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting a Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Navy Cross to Frank C. Lynch, 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. HADDO (SS-255), on the EIGHTH War Patrol of that submarine during the period 28 October 1944 to 27 December 1944, in enemy controlled waters of the Pacific War Area. Through his experience and sound judgment Lieutenant Commander Lynch 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. Born: October 27, 1914 at Benedict, Kansas Home Town: Benedict, Kansas Awards: 3@ Navy Crosses (WWII)
