World War II - Navy Cross

There are nearly 4,000 recipients of the Navy Cross which was awarded for exemplary and heroic service during World War II.

Here's the Breakout by Branch of Service

  • Navy - 2,889
  • Marine Corps - 1,030
  • Coast Guard - 6
  • Army - 4
  • Air Force - 10
  • Civilian - 1
  • Foreign Nationals - 19