Howard Parmelee Ady jr
Era | Vietnam War |
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Branch | U.S. Navy |
Rank | Captain |
Military Decorations | Awards for Valor or Meritorious Service Distinguished Flying Cross |
Wall | G |
Wall Side | 3 |
Row | 4 |
Plaque Number | 10 |
MEDALS-RIBBONS: Air Medal (7), Commendation w/V, Presidential Unit Citation (Korea), China Service, American Defense w/Fleet Clasp, American Campaign, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign (7), World War II Victory, Occupational Service, Korean Service, United Nations, Republic of Korea War Service
"Hi-Power" found the two Japanese carriers which led to the Battle of Midway. As strike leader he flew more than 50 missions in sustained combat from the USS Kearsage. He served his country with pride and honor reflecting the values of our "Greatest Generation."