World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
James R. Pechin
Branch of Service
U.S. Coast Guard
Hometown
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Honored By
Ms. Jean Pechin
Relationship
Daughter
Served in the North Atlantic. Survived the sinking of the USS Alexander Hamilton WPG-34, by U-boats. Transferred to the South Pacific. Served as Quartermaster, Deck Turret Gunner and Pilot of landing crafts during the island hopping invasions. Wounded several times. Awarded the Navy Cross.