World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
Albert Y. Nava
Branch of Service
U.S. Navy
Hometown
Los Angeles, California
Honored By
Mr. Richard Burrola
Relationship
Nephew
Enlisted in 5/29/42, Honorably discharged 9/6/45. Served in the Pacific area, Hawaii. He was the first Mexican-American to enlist in the U.S. Navy from California. Served as a Navy recruiter. Received Good Conduct Medal.