Peter Thomas Hughes

Peter Thomas Hughes
Era WWII
Branch U.S. Navy
Rank Ensign
Military Decorations Purple Heart
Wall BB
Wall Side 3
Row 2
Plaque Number 7

Peter proudly served with Task Group 87.4 aboard the USS LST-282. On August 15, 1944 while operating off the coast of Saint-Raphaƫl, France, he gave his life at age 23 in defense of our country. Awarded posthumous Purple Heart.

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