For extraordinary heroism while acting as commanding office of the U.S.S. Hazelwood, in operations against enemy Japanese forces in the vicinity of Okinawa on April 29, 1945. When a suicide plane demolished the superstructure and severely damaged the forward fire room, emergency diesel room and I.C. room on his vessel, Lieutenant,(then Lieutenant, Junior Grade) Locke immediately assumed command of the stricken ship and, braving exploding ammunition and fires, valiantly directed salvage operation, thereby saving the Hazelwood from certain destruction. His direct actions, resourceful leadership and determined devotion to duty upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

Mr. Locke a life member resided in California.