Henry Anthony Palecek
Era | WWII |
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Branch | U.S. Navy |
Rank | Petty Officer First Class |
Wall | F |
Wall Side | 1 |
Row | 4 |
Plaque Number | 24 |
Carpenter's Mate First Class
MEDALS-RIBBONS: Asiatic-Pacific Campaign, World War II Victory, Navy Occupation, Good Conduct, American Campaign, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign, World War Il Victory, Navy Occupation Service w/Asia Clasp
Henry immediately volunteered after the attack on Pearl Harbor. He served on Destroyer Tenders in the Pacific Theater repairing Higgins Boats. He also served as a 20mm gunner defending against Kamikaze attacks.