John William Haas
John William Haas | |
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| Born | June 14, 1907 Sioux City, Iowa |
| Died | June 4, 1942 (aged 34) at sea, near Midway Island |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 19??–1942 |
| Rank | Chief Machinist |
| Unit | USS Yorktown (CV-5) Torpedo Squadron 3 (VT-3) |
| Battles/wars | World War II *Battle of Midway |
| Awards | Navy Cross |
John William Haas was born June 14, 1907 in Sioux City, Iowa.
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A member of the famed Torpedo Squadron 3, the chief machinist and pilot was lost in action June 4, 1942 during the Battle of Midway.
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The official U.S. Navy citation:
- The Navy Cross is presented to John William Haas (0-146612), Chief Machinist, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service beyond the call of duty as a Pilot of Torpedo Squadron THREE (VT-3) embarked from the U.S.S. YORKTOWN (CV-5) during the "Air Battle of Midway", against enemy Japanese forces on June 4, 1942. Participating in a torpedo plane assault against Japanese naval units, Chief Machinist Haas, in the face of tremendous anti-aircraft fire and overwhelming fighter opposition, pressed home his attack to a point where it became relatively certain that, in order to accomplish his mission, he would probably sacrifice his life. Undeterred by the grave possibilities of such a hazardous offensive, he carried on, with extreme disregard for his own personal safety, until his squadron scored direct hits on two enemy aircraft carriers. His self sacrificing gallantry and fortitude were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
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USS Haas (DE-424) was named in his honor. She was launched March 20, 1944 by the Brown Shipbuilding Co., Houston, Texas; sponsored by Mrs. Gladys Winifred Haas, widow of Chief Machinist Haas: and commissioned August 2, 1944, Lt. Comdr. A. M. White, USNR, in command.
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References[edit]
- This article incorporates text from the public domain Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships.
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