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English: Battleship commander cited: Rear admiral Willard A. Kitts III, USN, of Washington, D.C., is congratulated by Secretary of the Navy Frank Knox following presentation of the Legion of Merit, while Mrs. Kitts looks on. Admiral Kitts (then Captain) was honored for his conduct as commanding officer of a battleship USS Nevada during the occupation of Attu Island in May 1943. He was promoted to flag rank after receiving the award.
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Willard A. Kitts received Legion of Merit from Secretary Frank Knox, Mrs. Kitts looks on

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