Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Lieutenant Commander

Unit:

U.S.S. Skipjack (SS-184), U.S. Navy

Awarded on:

July 17th, 1943

"For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving as Assistant Approach Officer and Executive Officer of the U.S.S. SKIPJACK (SS-184), during the THIRD, FOURTH, and FIFTH War Patrols of that submarine in enemy-held waters during the period from 14 April 1942 to 26 November 1942. By his complete knowledge of the ship and through familiarity with the attack problem, Lieutenant Commander Clementson rendered invaluable assistance to his Commanding Officer in sinking 36,000 tons of hostile shipping and in damaging a large enemy tanker. His courageous leadership and exemplary devotion to duty were an inspiration to the entire crew and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service."

Commander 7th Fleet: Serial 01452

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Lieutenant Commander

Unit:

U.S.S. Snapper (SS-185), U.S. Navy

Awarded on:

November 18th, 1943

"For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. SNAPPER (SS-185), during a War Patrol of that submarine in enemy-controlled Pacific waters in World War II. Despite the strain of prolonged undersea operations in perilous hostile waters, Lieutenant Commander Clementson performed his essential duties with outstanding efficiency, employing skillful evasive tactics to counteract enemy countermeasures. By his valiant and inspiring leadership, he contributed to the sinking of an important amount of enemy shipping, including a FUBUKI class destroyer. Lieutenant Commander Clementson's heroic devotion to duty was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service."

Pacific Fleet Board Awards: Serial 43 (Gold Star in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Commander

Unit:

U.S.S. Snapper (SS-185), U.S. Navy

Awarded on:

March 24th, 1944

"For extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. SNAPPER (SS-185), on the SEVENTH War Patrol of that submarine in enemy controlled waters during the period from 26 July 1943 to 17 September 1943. Alert and aggressive as he navigated dangerous seas in search of Japanese shipping, Commander Clementson conducted bold attacks against the enemy and, maintaining a high standard of efficiency throughout this important patrol, succeeded in sinking three vessels totaling over 20,000 tons and in damaging another ship of 5,000 tons. A brilliant and fearless leader, Commander Clementson inspired confidence and maximum effort among the officers and men of his submarine, inflicting heavy losses upon the enemy and bringing his ship to port undamaged despite intensive hostile countermeasures. His skilled tactics, courageous conduct and gallant devotion to duty during a daring undersea offensive reflect great credit upon Commander Clementson, his intrepid command and the United States Naval Service."

Pacific Fleet Board Awards: Serial 53