USS ENGLAND DE 635
PRESIDENTIAL UNIT CITATION
The President of the United States has presented the Presidential
Unit Citation to the USS ENGLAND for service as set forth in the following citation:
"For outstanding performance in combat against enemy forces
from May 19 to 31, 1944. Utilizing to the full all available weapons and equipment the USS
ENGLAND skillfully coordinated her attacks with other vessels and with cooperating
aircraft, striking boldly and with exceptional
precision at the enemy. In a sustained series of attacks, she destroyed six hostile ships
within twelve days effecting this devastating blow to enemy operations during a
particularly crucial period and disrupting attempts by the enemy to supply or evacuate key
units. By this heavy loss to the enemy the ENGLAND contributed substantially to unmolested
advance of the United States Fleet pointing toward subsequent seizure and occupation by
our forces. A gallant and daring fighter, superbly ready ready combat, the ENGLAND has
achieved an outstanding record of success,
reflecting the highest credit upon her gallant officers and men and the United States
Naval Service,"
SUBMARINES DESTROYED BY USS ENGLAND
| Date of Attack |
Submarine Designation |
| 19 May 1944 |
I-16 |
| 22 May 1944 |
RO-106 |
| 23 May 1944 |
RO-104 |
| 24 May 1944 |
RO-116 |
| 26 May 1944 |
RO-108 |
| 29 May 1944 |
RO-105 |
Citation provided by webmaster Dennis O'Brien, USS England web site.
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