Served in the United States Navy for 32 years. During World War II he was taken prisoner by the Japanese at the fall of Manila in 1941 and was held 3 years. He retired as a Rear Admiral with total disability. He was awarded the Navy Cross, which was presented personally by the President. He was also awarded the Purple Heart with three Gold Stars; the Army Distinguised Unit Badge and Oak Leaf Cluster; the Philippine Distinguished Service Star, and numerous medals for participation during World War I and World War II
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Navy Cross Citation
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Lieutenant (CEC) Jerry Alexander Steward (NSN: 0-62270), United States Naval Reserve, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in the line of his profession while serving with the SIXTEENTH Naval District, Cavite Navy Yard, in combat against enemy Japanese forces during the bombardment and occupation of the Philippine Islands beginning on 10 December 1941. Lieutenant Steward was courageous and untiring under repeated and sustained hostile bombing and strafing attacks. He rendered valiant service during the gallant stand by our forces against a prolonged and determined siege by the Japanese. The conduct of Lieutenant Steward throughout this action reflects great credit upon himself, and was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
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Navy Cross Citation
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Lieutenant (CEC) Jerry Alexander Steward (NSN: 0-62270), United States Naval Reserve, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in the line of his profession while serving with the SIXTEENTH Naval District, Cavite Navy Yard, in combat against enemy Japanese forces during the bombardment and occupation of the Philippine Islands beginning on 10 December 1941. Lieutenant Steward was courageous and untiring under repeated and sustained hostile bombing and strafing attacks. He rendered valiant service during the gallant stand by our forces against a prolonged and determined siege by the Japanese. The conduct of Lieutenant Steward throughout this action reflects great credit upon himself, and was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Served in the United States Navy for 32 years. During World War II he was taken prisoner by the Japanese at the fall of Manila in 1941 and was held 3 years. He retired as a Rear Admiral with total disability. He was awarded the Navy Cross, which was presented personally by the President. He was also awarded the Purple Heart with three Gold Stars; the Army Distinguised Unit Badge and Oak Leaf Cluster; the Philippine Distinguished Service Star, and numerous medals for participation during World War I and World War II
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Navy Cross Citation
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Lieutenant (CEC) Jerry Alexander Steward (NSN: 0-62270), United States Naval Reserve, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in the line of his profession while serving with the SIXTEENTH Naval District, Cavite Navy Yard, in combat against enemy Japanese forces during the bombardment and occupation of the Philippine Islands beginning on 10 December 1941. Lieutenant Steward was courageous and untiring under repeated and sustained hostile bombing and strafing attacks. He rendered valiant service during the gallant stand by our forces against a prolonged and determined siege by the Japanese. The conduct of Lieutenant Steward throughout this action reflects great credit upon himself, and was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
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Navy Cross Citation
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Lieutenant (CEC) Jerry Alexander Steward (NSN: 0-62270), United States Naval Reserve, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in the line of his profession while serving with the SIXTEENTH Naval District, Cavite Navy Yard, in combat against enemy Japanese forces during the bombardment and occupation of the Philippine Islands beginning on 10 December 1941. Lieutenant Steward was courageous and untiring under repeated and sustained hostile bombing and strafing attacks. He rendered valiant service during the gallant stand by our forces against a prolonged and determined siege by the Japanese. The conduct of Lieutenant Steward throughout this action reflects great credit upon himself, and was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
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