John T. Eversole
(1915-1942)
United States Navy officer
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John Thomas Eversole, born 17 April 1915 in Pocatello, Idaho, graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1938, and after duty at sea received aviation training. On 7 May 1941, Eversole joined Torpedo Squadron 6 (VT-6) in USS Enterprise (CV-6), and with many others of his squadron, gave his life for his country in the opening phases of the Battle of Midway 4 June 1942, in an attack on Japanese carriers made through heavy opposition. Lieutenant (junior grade) Eversole's determination in this action was posthumously recognized with the award of the Navy Cross.
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17 April 1915 Pocatello, Idaho
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4 June 1942 (aged 27)
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