Cleo John Dobson
Era | WWII |
---|---|
Branch | U.S. Navy |
Rank | Commander |
Military Decorations | Distinguished Flying Cross |
Wall | D |
Wall Side | 1 |
Row | 4 |
Plaque Number | 11 |
Scouting Squadron 6
SBD Dauntless
Battle of Midway June 4-6, 1942
MEDALS-CITATIONS: Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal w/1 Gold Star, Presidential Unit Citation, Navy Union, American Defense w/1 Star, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign w/7 Stars, World War II Victory.
"Dobby" flew his aircraft off USS Enterprise. The first step to victory in the Pacific, the Battle of Midway Island. He shot down the last aircraft of World War II, Pacific Theater. A true war hero, with great pride and love, your family.