Edward Henry Allen
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BornMarch 2, 1908
Pekin, North Dakota, U.S.
DiedMay 7, 1942 (aged 34)
at sea Coral Sea
AllegianceUnited States of America
BranchUnited States Navy
Edward Henry Allen | |
|---|---|
| Born | March 2, 1908 Pekin, North Dakota, U.S. |
| Died | May 7, 1942 (aged 34) at sea Coral Sea |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch | United States Navy |
| Service years | 1931-1942 |
| Rank | Lieutenant |
| Unit | Scouting Squadron 2 Lexington (CV-2) |
| Conflicts | World War II *Battle of the Coral Sea |
| Awards | Navy Cross and Gold Star in lieu of a second Navy Cross |
Edward Henry Allen (March 2, 1908 – May 7, 1942) was a member of the United States Navy who was awarded the Navy Cross and Gold Star for his heroism.
Born in Pekin, North Dakota, Allen graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1931. He served with Scouting Squadron 2 in Lexington (CV-2).
