World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
George Clifton Axtell, Jr.
Branch of Service
U.S. Marine Corps
Hometown
Ambridge, Pennsylvania
Honored By
Pearl Thomas
He was a flying ace after destroying six enemy planes during the Battle of Okinawa. Became the youngest commanding officer of a Marine fighter squadron, Marine Fighter Squadron 323 (VMF-323). Received the Navy Cross.