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World War II Honoree

World War II Veteran

Joseph E. Herron

Branch of Service

U.S. Navy

Hometown

Creston, Iowa

Honored By

Ms. Catherine Ribbey

Relationship

Sister

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Activity During WWII

Assigned to Asiatic fleet, the USS Mindanao in 1938 after entering Navy in January 1937. Participated in the battle of Philippines; Was decorated for heroism in the fall of Bataan; Taken prisoner at Corregidor. Awarded Purple Heart and Bronze Star.