CAPT ROBERT K.R. WORTHINGTON, then Lieutenant, for extraordinary heroism in action with the enemy in the line of his profession as Commanding Officer of a United States Submarine during a war patrol of that vessel. Tenaciously attacking the enemy at every quarter, he launched aggressive attacks which resulted in sinking enemy ships for a total of more than 20,000 tons. His conduct throughout was an inspiration to his officers and men and in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

CAPT. Worthington lives in California.