Edward Henry Allen
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| Edward Henry Allen | |
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| March 2, 1908 – May 7, 1942 (aged 34) | |
| Place of birth | Pekin, North Dakota |
| Place of death | at sea Coral Sea |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/branch | 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 a Gold Star in lieu of a second Navy Cross |
Edward Henry Allen born 2 March 1908 in Pekin, North Dakota.
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[edit] Navy career
Allen graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1931. He served with Scouting Squadron 2 in Lexington (CV-2).
[edit] Awarded the Navy Cross and Gold Star
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.
[edit] Namesake
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.
[edit] See also
[edit] References
- This article includes text from the public domain Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships.
