Waddy Young

1916–1945 (age 29)

U.S. Navy Officer

Biography

Waddy Young brought energy and loyalty to his duties as a U.S. Navy officer, embracing the camaraderie of his fellow sailors and the challenges of wartime operations with courage.

His memory lives on at the Honolulu Memorial, a place that honors his unwavering determination and the ultimate price he paid in service to the nation.

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