Barton E. Bacon, Jr.’s Navy Cross citation

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to

Barton E. Bacon, Jr.

Commander, U.S. Navy

for service as set forth in the following

CITATION:

for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. PICKEREL (SS-177), during the period from 8 December 1941 to 26 August 1942. While commanding the submarine PICKEREL during five patrols in the Asiatic theater, Commander Bacon on one occasion attacked a Japanese supply ship and a troop transport with great tactical skill, sinking both of them. In other actions during these patrols his excellent judgment and skill were responsible for heavy damage to a number of enemy ships. Commander Bacon’s conduct throughout was an inspiration to his officers and men, and are in keeping with the highest traditions of the Naval Service.