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Photo #: NH 106456

First Lieutenant James E. Swett, USMCR

Halftone reproduction of a photograph, copied from the official publication "Medal of Honor, 1861-1949, The Navy", page 266.
James E. Swett was awarded the Medal of Honor for "extraordinary heroism and personal valor" while serving as Division Leader of Marine Fighting Squadron Two Hundred Twenty One (VMF-221) with Marine Aircraft Group Twelve (MAG-12), First Marine Aircraft Wing, 7 April 1943.

U.S. Naval History and Heritage Command Photograph.

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    Image Posted 27 March 2009