Edward Henry Allen
Edward Henry Allen | |
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| Born | March 2, 1908 Pekin, North Dakota |
| Died | May 7, 1942 (aged 34) at sea Coral Sea |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1931-1942 |
| Rank | Lieutenant |
| Unit | Scouting Squadron 2 Lexington (CV-2) |
| Battles/wars | World War II *Battle of the Coral Sea |
| Awards | Navy Cross and Gold Star in lieu of a second Navy Cross |
Edward Henry Allen (March 2, 1908 – May 7, 1942) was a member of the United States Navy who was awarded the Navy Cross and Gold Star for his heroism.
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Born in Pekin, North Dakota, Allen graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1931. He served with Scouting Squadron 2 in Lexington (CV-2).
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Lieutenant Allen was reported missing 7 May 1942 when his plane was shot down by enemy aircraft during the Battle of the Coral Sea. He was awarded a Navy Cross for the defense of his carrier 20 February 1942 and a Gold Star in lieu of a second Navy Cross for the action in which he lost his life.
Namesake[edit]
Edward H. Allen (DE-531) was launched 7 October 1943 by Boston Navy Yard; sponsored by Mrs. David H. Clark; and commissioned 16 December 1943, Lieutenant Commander M. M. Sanford in command.
Attribution[edit]
- This article incorporates text from the public domain Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships.
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- 1908 births
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- Aviators killed by being shot down
- People from Nelson County, North Dakota
- Recipients of the Navy Cross (United States)
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