Richard “Dick” G Crouch

Richard “Dick” G Crouch
Era WWII
Branch U.S. Navy
Rank Lieutenant Commander
Military Decorations Distinguished Flying Cross
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Row 3
Plaque Number 24

Lieutenant Commander Crouch served with distinction and courage as a Naval Aviator during World War II and Korea.  Flying from the carrier USS Boxer (CV-21) in his F4U Corsair he engaged a North Korean truck convoy destroying 6 and damaging 4 others.  He then engaged North Korean troops until all ordnance were expended.  For his action, he was earned the Distinguish Flying Cross.  

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