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Photo #: NH 106452-A

Lieutenant Junior Grade Herbert E. Schonland, USN


Halftone reproduction of a photograph taken circa 1928-1936, copied from the official publication "Medal of Honor, 1861-1949, The Navy", page 255.
Herbert E. Schonland was awarded the Medal of Honor for "extreme heroism and courage"while serving as the Damage Control Officer of USS San Francisco (CA-38) during the Naval Battle of Guadalcanal, 13 November 1942. He was a Commander at that time.

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Online Image: 47KB; 600 x 765 pixels

 

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    Image Posted 13 March 2009
    Edited and reposted 29 September 2009