About Donald K. Ross
Lived 1910 – 1992 (aged 81). Donald K. Ross was an American military officer.
Donald Kirby Ross (December 8, 1910 – May 27, 1992) was an officer of the United States Navy who received the first Medal of Honor of World War II. This award was made for his actions during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941.
Early career Ross was born on December 8, 1910, in Beverly, Kansas. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in Denver, Colorado, on June 3, 1929, and graduated as company honorsman from basic training at Naval Station San Diego. He completed Machinist Mate School at Norfolk, Virginia, first in his class and was assigned to the transport ship (AP-1) on a China service run.
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Who was Donald K. Ross?
United States Navy Medal of Honor recipient (1910-1992)
When was Donald K. Ross born?
Donald K. Ross was born on 8 December 1910 in Beverly.
When did Donald K. Ross die?
Donald K. Ross died on 27 May 1992 in Bremerton.
What was Donald K. Ross's occupation?
Donald K. Ross was a military officer.
What nationality was Donald K. Ross?
Donald K. Ross was American.
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