Samuel David Dealey | |
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 CDR Dealey wearing the Navy Cross presented to him by Vice Admiral Lockwood 19 October 1943. | |
| Born | September 13, 1906 Dallas, Texas, US |
| Died | August 24, 1944 (aged 37) Off Luzon, Philippines |
| Place of burial | Remains never recovered; listed on the Walls of the Missing, Manila American Cemetery |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1930–1944 |
| Rank | Commander |
| Commands | USS S-20 (SS-125) USS Harder (SS-257) |
| Battles / wars | World War II |
| Awards | Medal of Honor Navy Cross (4) Distinguished Service Cross Silver Star Purple Heart Combat Action Ribbon |
| Spouse(s) | Edwine Dealey[1] |
Samuel David Dealey (September 13, 1906 – August 24, 1944) was the commanding officer of a United States Navy submarine killed in action with his crew during World War II. Among American service members, he is among the most decorated for valor during war, receiving the Medal of Honor,[1] the Navy Cross (4), the Army Distinguished Service Cross, and the Silver Star for his service on the submarine USS Harder. He was the nephew of George B. Dealey, publisher of the Dallas News and for whom Dealey Plaza is named.[2]
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