Daniel Judson Callaghan-Colma, CA
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N 37° 40.056 W 122° 26.616
10S E 549070 N 4169081
World War II Medal of Honor Recipient for action as commander of the USS San Franciso against the Japanese forces off Savo Island on November 13, 1942. He was killed in action. He remains were never recovered and he has a cenotaph marker in Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, CA in the Star of the Sea Section at the base of the Military Flag display.
Waymark Code: WMXC12
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 12/24/2017
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He was born on July 26, 1890 in San Francisco, CA and died on November 13, 1942 at sea. His Medal of Honor information and citation is: *CALLAGHAN, DANIEL JUDSON
• Rank and organization: Rear Admiral, U.S. Navy
• Entered service at: Oakland, Calif.
• Other Navy award: Distinguished Service Medal
Citation: For extraordinary heroism and conspicuous intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty during action against enemy Japanese forces off Savo Island on the night of 12-13 November 1942. Although out-balanced in strength and numbers by a desperate and determined enemy, Rear Adm. Callaghan, with ingenious tactical skill and superb coordination of the units under his command, led his forces into battle against tremendous odds, thereby contributing decisively to the rout of a powerful invasion fleet, and to the consequent frustration of a formidable Japanese offensive. While faithfully directing close-range operations in the face of furious bombardment by superior enemy fire power, he was killed on the bridge of his flagship. His courageous initiative, inspiring leadership, and judicious foresight in a crisis of grave responsibility were in keeping with the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life in the defense of his country.
Armed Service: Navy
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