Navy Cross Citation
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Ensign John Julius Bell (NSN: 0-167055), United States Naval Reserve, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in action during the assault on and occupation of French Morocco from 8 November 1942 to 11 November 1942. Ensign Bell was Officer-in-Charge of a Scout Boat from the Transport Ship U.S.S. HARRIS (APA-2) preceding the assault on Safi on 8 November 1942. During complete darkness he skillfully and stealthily maneuvered his boat from the transport area eight miles off the coast into a position off the main jetty of the harbor, and through the exercise of good judgment and excellent seamanship maintained his station. With great intrepidity, while under fire of hostile forces and at the risk of his life, he used signals to guide and direct the U.S.S. BERNADOU and the U.S.S. COLE, and the leading assault waves to the harbor entrance and beaches in the vicinity. The outstanding bravery, professional skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Ensign Bell were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Contributor: BarryC (47806468)
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Ensign John Julius Bell (NSN: 0-167055), United States Naval Reserve, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in action during the assault on and occupation of French Morocco from 8 November 1942 to 11 November 1942. Ensign Bell was Officer-in-Charge of a Scout Boat from the Transport Ship U.S.S. HARRIS (APA-2) preceding the assault on Safi on 8 November 1942. During complete darkness he skillfully and stealthily maneuvered his boat from the transport area eight miles off the coast into a position off the main jetty of the harbor, and through the exercise of good judgment and excellent seamanship maintained his station. With great intrepidity, while under fire of hostile forces and at the risk of his life, he used signals to guide and direct the U.S.S. BERNADOU and the U.S.S. COLE, and the leading assault waves to the harbor entrance and beaches in the vicinity. The outstanding bravery, professional skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Ensign Bell were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Contributor: BarryC (47806468)
Navy Cross Citation
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Ensign John Julius Bell (NSN: 0-167055), United States Naval Reserve, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in action during the assault on and occupation of French Morocco from 8 November 1942 to 11 November 1942. Ensign Bell was Officer-in-Charge of a Scout Boat from the Transport Ship U.S.S. HARRIS (APA-2) preceding the assault on Safi on 8 November 1942. During complete darkness he skillfully and stealthily maneuvered his boat from the transport area eight miles off the coast into a position off the main jetty of the harbor, and through the exercise of good judgment and excellent seamanship maintained his station. With great intrepidity, while under fire of hostile forces and at the risk of his life, he used signals to guide and direct the U.S.S. BERNADOU and the U.S.S. COLE, and the leading assault waves to the harbor entrance and beaches in the vicinity. The outstanding bravery, professional skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Ensign Bell were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Contributor: BarryC (47806468)
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Ensign John Julius Bell (NSN: 0-167055), United States Naval Reserve, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in action during the assault on and occupation of French Morocco from 8 November 1942 to 11 November 1942. Ensign Bell was Officer-in-Charge of a Scout Boat from the Transport Ship U.S.S. HARRIS (APA-2) preceding the assault on Safi on 8 November 1942. During complete darkness he skillfully and stealthily maneuvered his boat from the transport area eight miles off the coast into a position off the main jetty of the harbor, and through the exercise of good judgment and excellent seamanship maintained his station. With great intrepidity, while under fire of hostile forces and at the risk of his life, he used signals to guide and direct the U.S.S. BERNADOU and the U.S.S. COLE, and the leading assault waves to the harbor entrance and beaches in the vicinity. The outstanding bravery, professional skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Ensign Bell were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Contributor: BarryC (47806468)
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