Richard S. Baron

Richard S. Baron

Lieutenant Commander Richard S. Baron was killed 15 March 1942 during the bombing of Cebu City, Philippine Islands.

Awarded the Navy Cross

Prior to his death, he had received the Navy Cross for risking his life to recover classified documents during the bombardment of Cavite, Philippines.

Namesake

The USS Baron (DE-166), a destroyer escort was commissioned 5 July 1943. The commissioning was witnessed and sponsored by Mrs. Anne P. Baron, widow of "Lieutenant Commander Baron".

ee also

References

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