James D. Willson
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Commander James D. Willson, United States Navy, for distinguished service in the line of his profession as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. Sierra engaged for one trip in transporting troops to France.
Action Date: World War I
Service: Navy
Rank: Commander
Company: Commanding Officer
Division: U.S.S. Sierra
Submitted by Doug Bewall RMCM USN Ret