U. S. S. SEA LEOPARD (SS - 483)

The Commanding Officer takes pleasure in commending

MELVIN T. SMITH

SONARMAN FIRST CLASS

UNITED STATES NAVY

for services in connection with this vessel's shipyard overhaul
as set forth below:

CITATION

For meritorious achievement  in the performance of his duties
while serving on board the U.S. S. SEA LEOPARD (SS-483) from 20
October 1954 to 20 May 1955. As petty officer in charge of the

Sonar Division, SMITH consistently exhibited outstanding qualities
beyond that required of his rate. His organization, experience and
example were an inspiration to all hands. His efforts resulted

in an excellent overhaul, assisted the Commanding Officer in

making constructive recommendations for the improvement of the

BQR-3 installation, and assisted the Operations Department in
attaining a grade of EXCELLENT in the post yard overhaul inspection.
His conduct, leadership, application of professional skill, and
devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the
Naval Service •

 R.L.J. LONG
(Signed in ink - didn't print)
Lieutenant Commander , U. S. Navy
Commanding Officer