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Donald K. Ross
US Navy Medal of Honor recipient (1910–1992) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
For the public-interest lawyer and advocate, see Donald Kemp Ross.
Donald Kirby Ross (December 8, 1910 – May 27, 1992) was an officer of the United States Navy who received the first Medal of Honor of World War II. This award was made for his actions during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941.
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Donald Kirby Ross | |
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![]() Lieutenant Donald K. Ross, c. 1944 | |
Born | (1910-12-08)December 8, 1910 Beverly, Kansas |
Died | May 27, 1992(1992-05-27) (aged 81) Bremerton, Washington |
Buried | ashes were scattered at sea over the USS Nevada |
Allegiance | United States of America |
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Years of service | 1929–1956 |
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Unit | USS Nevada |
Battles/wars | World War II |
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