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World War II Honoree

World War II Veteran

William Olmstead Eareckson

Branch of Service

U.S. Army Air Force

Hometown

Baltimore, Maryland

Honored By

Pearl Thomas

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Activity During WWII

Fought in the Battle of the Aleutian Islands, Battle of Makin, Battle of Tarawa as combat commander. He was credited for his innovative tactics using radar-equipped B-17 aircraft. He served as Support Aircraft Commander, Fifth Amphibious Force, South Pacific. Received the Distinguished Service Cross, Navy Cross, Silver Star, and the Purple Heart.