George Francis Grady
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| George Francis Grady | |
|---|---|
| April 28, 1920 – August 7, 1942 (aged 22) | |
| Place of birth | New York City |
| Place of death | Gavutu, Solomon Islands |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/branch | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1938-1942 |
| Rank | Corporal |
| Unit | 1st Marine Division |
| Battles/wars | World War II *Guadalcanal campaign |
| Awards | Navy Cross |
George Francis Grady was born 28 April 1920 in New York City.
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[edit] Marine Corps career
Grady enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps 11 October 1938.
[edit] Awarded the Navy Cross medal
Assigned to the 1st Marine Division, Corporal Grady was killed in action on Gavutu, Solomon Islands, 7 August 1942. Although aware that his weapon was not functioning, Grady rushed three of the enemy who were firing on his squad, engaged them in hand-to-hand combat, and succeeded in overpowering two of them before he himself was killed. For his courage and self-sacrifice, Grady was posthumously awarded the Navy Cross.
[edit] Namesake
Grady (DE-445) was launched by Federal Shipbuilding & Dry Dock Co., Newark, New Jersey, 2 April 1944; sponsored by Miss Margaret Grady, sister of the namesake; and commissioned 11 September 1944, Lt. Comdr. Francis R. King in command.
[edit] See also
[edit] References
- This article includes text from the public domain Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships.
