Ernest E. Evans
Ernest Edwin Evans (August 13, 1908 – October 25, 1944) was an officer of the United States Navy who posthumously received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Battle off Samar in World War II.
Ernest Edwin Evans | |
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Evans in 1944 | |
| Nickname(s) | "Big Chief" |
| Born | August 13, 1908 Pawnee, Oklahoma |
| Died | October 25, 1944 (aged 36) off Samar, Philippine Islands |
| Place of burial | remains not recovered; listed on the Walls of the Missing, Manila American Cemetery |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1931–1944 |
| Rank | Commander |
| Commands held | USS Alden USS Johnston |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
| Awards | Medal of Honor Bronze Star Philippine Liberation Medal |
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