Philip D. Gallery
| Philip Daly Gallery | |
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| Born | October 17, 1907 |
| Died | November 29, 1973 (aged 66) |
| Buried at | Arlington National Cemetery |
| Allegiance |
 United States of America |
| Service/branch |
 United States Navy |
| Rank |
 Rear Admiral |
| Battles/wars |
World War II Cold War |
| Awards |
Legion of Merit (2) Bronze Star (2) |
| Relations | Brothers: RADM Daniel V. Gallery, RADM William O. Gallery |
Rear Admiral Philip Daly Gallery (1907–1973) was a U.S. Naval officer who served with distinction on Naval destroyers in the Pacific Theater during World War II, rising to the rank of Rear-Admiral.
Philip Gallery graduated from the United States Naval Academy.
During World War II, he was in command of the USS Jenkins — earning the Legion of Merit and two Bronze Stars for his heroic service.
After World War II, his commands included Destroyer Division 72; the USS Passumpic, and the USS Pittsburg.
He retired from the Navy in 1958. He died in 1973 and was buried with full military honors in Arlington National Cemetery.
Two of his brothers, William Gallery and Daniel Gallery also became Rear-Admirals.
Decorations
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| 1st Row | Legion of Merit w/ Gold star and "V" Device | Bronze Star Medal w/ Gold star and "V" Device | ||||||||||||
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| 2nd Row | American Defense Service Medal | American Campaign Medal | Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal w/ four bronze service stars | |||||||||||
| 3rd Row | World War II Victory Medal | National Defense Service Medal | Philippine Liberation Medal w/ two stars | |||||||||||
See also
References
- "Philip Daly Gallery, Rear Admiral, United States Navy". Arlington National Cemetery. Retrieved 2007-05-18.
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