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World War II Honoree

World War II Veteran

Lloyd E. Ainsworth

Branch of Service

U.S. Navy

Hometown

Belvidere, Illinois

Honored By

Jewel M. Ainsworth

Relationship

Wife

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Activity During WWII

Served from January 1942 to November 1947 aboard aircraft carriers including the USS Vicksburg, USS Lexington, USS Hancock and the USS Bon Homme Richard. Saw action in the Pacific Theater of Operations from 1944-1945. Awarded Asiatic-Pacific Medal with four Stars, American Area Medal, Philippine Liberation Medal and the Asian Occupation Service Medal. Was aboard the Bon Homme Richard in Tokyo Bay for signing of the surrender of Japan. Finished tour of duty as part of the 'Magic Carpet Runs.' Deceased.