CAPTAIN JOHN C. JOLLY, (then Lieutenant Commander), Unted States Navy. For extraordinary heroism as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. SHUBRICK in action against enemy Japanese forces off Okinawa Shima, on May 29, 1945. When his ship was attacked by enemy suicide planes, Lieutenant Commander Jolly coolly and capably directed his guns in delivering prolonged and effective fire, destroying at least one of the hostile aircraft. After being hit, severely damaged and in danger of sinking, he disregarded the hazards of fire and exploding ammunition and, exercising initiative and conspicuous ability, took all possible measures and succeeded in keeping his ship afloat. His gallant leadership and perseverance were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

Capt. Jolly joined the L.O.V. in 1989 and resides in California.