Richard M. Rowell
Richard Merrill Rowell | |
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| Born | August 6, 1916 Sonoma, California |
| Died | May 8, 1942 (aged 25) at sea Coral Sea |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Naval Reserve |
| Years of service | 1939–1942 |
| Rank | Ensign |
| Unit | Lexington (CV-2) |
| Battles/wars | World War II *Battle of the Coral Sea |
| Awards | Distinguished Flying Cross with Gold Star added |
Richard Merrill Rowell was born in Sonoma, California, 6 August 1916.
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Enlisted in the U.S. Naval Reserve 8 August 1939, he was commissioned ensign 20 August 1940. He reported for duty as a fighter pilot to USS Lexington (CV-2) on 5 November 1940.
Awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross[edit]
Rowell received the Distinguished Flying Cross for downing a Japanese plane 20 February 1942. During the Battle of the Coral Sea 7 to 8 May 1942, he won a gold star in lieu of a second Distinguished Flying Cross, before failing to return from his last mission.
Namesake[edit]
USS Richard M. Rowell (DE-403) was named in his honor. She was laid down 18 August 1943 by Brown Shipbuilding Co., Houston, Texas; Launched 17 November 1943; Sponsored by Mrs. Agnes M. Rowell; and commissioned 9 March 1944, Lt. Comdr. Harry A. Barnard, Jr., in command.
References[edit]
- This article incorporates text from the public domain Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships.
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