Ernest Childers

Ernest Childers (February 1, 1918 – March 17, 2005) was a United States Army officer and a recipient of the United States military's highest decoration, the Medal of Honor, for his valorous actions in World War II.

Ernest Childers
Childers, at left, with General Jacob L. Devers shortly after receiving the Medal of Honor
Born(1918-02-01)February 1, 1918
Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, US
DiedMarch 17, 2005(2005-03-17) (aged 87)
AllegianceUnited States
Service/branchUnited States Army
Years of service1937–1966
RankLieutenant Colonel
Unit180th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division
Battles/warsWorld War II
AwardsMedal of Honor
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