Print plaque Printing Tips

World War II Honoree

World War II Veteran

Wilmer Earl Gallaher

Branch of Service

U.S. Navy

Hometown

Wilmington, Delaware

Honored By

Pearl Thomas

Branch Seal
Activity During WWII

A Navy aviator is credited with two others for their instrumental role in winning the Battle at Midway (June 3-6, 1942). Commander of Scouting Squadron 6 (VS-6) and flew a dive bomber off the carrier the USS Enterprise sinking a Japanese carrier as well as a battleship. He was awarded the Navy Cross for his actions at Midway.