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World War II Honoree

World War II Veteran

Ralph F. Colgain, Jr.

Branch of Service

U.S. Navy

Hometown

Wilmington, Delaware

Honored By

Ralph F. Colgain

Relationship

Self

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Activity During WWII

Served aboard USS Ticonderoga CV-14, Essex Philippines, Leyte Gulf Class Carrier under Captain Dixie Kiefer in Pacific. Ship was hit by 2 kamikaze off Formosa and returned to states for repair. Returned to Pacific to end of war. Later entered Tokyo Bay after treaty. Philippine Liberation Ribbon 1 Star, Pacific Theater Ribbon 4 Stars, Good Conduct Ribbon, American Theater and Victory Medal.