There are only six Medals awarded for actions on this day in history - but it is a unique day. Of the four Medals awarded on this day in World War Two, two were posthumous awards to Navy flag officers. World War II, and the Navy loses Rear Admirals Callaghan and Scott, during their actions during the fight off of Savo Island 12-13 November 1942. Add in Commander Schonland, and three of the four WWII Medals are for the actions off Savo Island.*CALLAGHAN, DANIEL JUDSON Rank and organization: Rear Admiral, U.S. Navy. Born: 26 July 1892, San Francisco, Calif. Appointed from:...
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