Henry T. Elrod
US Marine Corps aviator and Medal of Honor recipient (1905–1941) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dear Wikiwand AI, let's keep it short by simply answering these key questions:
Can you list the top facts and stats about Henry T. Elrod?
Summarize this article for a 10 year old
SHOW ALL QUESTIONS
Henry Talmage "Hammerin' Hank" Elrod (September 27, 1905 – December 23, 1941) was a US Marine Corps aviator. He was the first aviator to receive the Medal of Honor during World War II, for his heroism in the defense of Wake Island.
This article needs additional citations for verification. (February 2013) |
Quick Facts Nickname(s), Born ...
Henry Talmage Elrod | |
---|---|
Nickname(s) | "Hammering Hank" |
Born | (1905-09-27)September 27, 1905 Turner County, Georgia, US |
Died | December 23, 1941(1941-12-23) (aged 36) Wake Island |
Place of burial | |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
Years of service | 1927–1941 |
Rank | Major (posthumous) |
Unit | VMF-211 |
Commands held | Executive Officer |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Medal of Honor Purple Heart Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal with Wake Island Device |
Close