RADM BROOKS J. HARRAL, (then Commander) U.S. Navy. For extraordinary herosim in action against the enemy forces from 23 April 1944 to 14 June 1944. Commander Harral courageously and skillfully maneuvered his vessel into position from which to strike the enemy, and in the face of heavy countermeasures by enemy surface vessels and aircraft, he aggressively attacked, sinking six enemy ships totalling 42,500 tons. In addition, he successfully accomplished an important reconnaissance mission securing valuable information on enemy force. Commander Harral handled his ship expertly to avoid enemy countermeasures and brought her safely to port without damage to ship or injury to crew. By his brave actions and conduct, perseverance, and complete devotion to duty, Commander Harral reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

RADM Harral resides in New Jersey. He joined the L.O.V. in 1987.