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World War II Honoree

World War II Veteran

Edward A. Williams

Branch of Service

U.S. Navy

Hometown

Coronado, California

Honored By

Ms. Leta Finch

Relationship

Daughter

Branch Seal
Activity During WWII

Junior Officer aboard USS Cushing. Duty in Atlantic and Pacific. In the Pacific with the fast carrier Task Forces including 2nd Battle of Philippines Sea. Ended the war in Tokyo Bay anchored by the USS Missouri BB-63. During the Japanese surrender. Involved in initial use of picket tactics used in the Battle of Okinawa countering the kamikazes.