A Grogan Bailey
Era | WWII |
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Branch | U.S. Navy |
Rank | Petty Officer Third Class |
Wall | F |
Wall Side | 3 |
Row | 1 |
Plaque Number | 2 |
Guadalcanal -Okinawa - Philippines
MEDALS-RIBBONS: Commendation, American Campaign, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign w/2 Stars, Occupation Service (Japan), Philippine Liberation
Assigned by Fleet Admiral Nimitz, "Bill" became a broadcaster for the Armed Forces Radio and Mutual Radio Network to broadcast from Hawaii the first ever football game (Army/Navy Poi Bowl) around the world.
To the best "TV Guy" from your friend
USS La Salle AP-102