Vernon K Phillips
Era | Cold War |
---|---|
Branch | U.S. Navy |
Rank | Commander |
Military Decorations | Awards for Valor or Meritorious Service |
Wall | F |
Wall Side | 4 |
Row | 4 |
Plaque Number | 3 |
World War II - Korea - Cold War
MEDALS-RIBBONS: Meritorious Service, Presidential Unit Citation, Navy Unit Commendation, American Campaign, World War II Victory, Japanese Occupation, National Defense, Korean Service, United Nations Service
Vernon served as a high-level Communications Officer in both the regular Navy and the Reserves. While commanding Naval Security Group 11-1 (3), his unit earned the very prestigious Walter S. Gifford trophy.