Edwin J. Algar

Edwin J. Algar
Era WWII
Branch U.S. Army
Rank Sergeant
Military Decorations Distinguished Service Cross
Purple Heart
Wall G
Wall Side 1
Row 4
Plaque Number 5

MEDALS-RIBBONS: Presidential Unit Citation, American Defense, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign

Tech Sgt. Algar received the second highest award for valor, the Distinguished Service Cross. While serving in the liberation of the Philippines, fighting against a fanatical Japanese enemy, he displayed extraordinary heroism which resulted in his death.

Plaque Wall Map

Plaque wall map