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William Christopher Hickey, Jr.

William Christopher Hickey, Jr.

 Purple Heart

Rank/Rate Motor Machinist's Mate, Second Class
Service Number 205 21 07
Birth Date March 23, 1923
From Pawtucket, Rhode Island
Decorations Purple Heart
Submarine USS Growler (SS-215)
Loss Date November 8, 1944
Location South China Sea
Circumstances Probably sunk by depth charge attack
Remarks William was born in Providence, Rhode Island.

Photo courtesy of Roberta Conn King, niece.  Information courtesy of Paul W. Wittmer.

 

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