Albert David
United States Navy Medal of Honor recipient / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For the English bishop, see Albert David (bishop). For the French sculptor, see Albert David (sculptor).
Albert Leroy David (July 18, 1902 – September 17, 1945) was an officer in the United States Navy during World War II and a recipient of two Navy Crosses as well as the Medal of Honor. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for his role in helping to capture the German submarine U-505, off the coast of French West Africa in June 1944.
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Albert Leroy David | |
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Born | (1902-07-18)July 18, 1902 Maryville, Missouri |
Died | September 17, 1945(1945-09-17) (aged 43) Norfolk, Virginia |
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Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Navy |
Years of service | 1919–1945 |
Rank | Lieutenant |
Unit | USS Pillsbury |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Medal of Honor Navy Cross (2) |
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