World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
John Warren Cotton
Branch of Service
U.S. Navy
Hometown
San Benito, Texas
Honored By
Pearl Thomas
Joined the U.S. Navy in 1945, and served as a diesel mechanic on board the USS O’Brien. He also carried the distinction of being designated an 'Atomic Veteran' having served as a test subject during America’s early nuclear testing programs.