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
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.