Albert David

For the English bishop, see Albert David (bishop). For the French sculptor, see Albert David (sculptor).
Albert Leroy David
Born(1902-07-18)July 18, 1902
Maryville, Missouri
DiedSeptember 17, 1945(1945-09-17) (aged 43)
Norfolk, Virginia
Place of burial
Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery, San Diego, California
AllegianceUnited States of America
BranchUnited States Navy
Service years1919–1945
RankLieutenant
UnitUSS Pillsbury
ConflictsWorld War II
AwardsMedal of Honor
Navy Cross (2)

Albert Leroy David (July 18, 1902 – September 17, 1945) was an officer in the United States Navy during World War II and a recipient of two Navy Crosses as well as the Medal of Honor. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for his role in helping to capture the German submarine U-505, off the coast of French West Africa in June 1944.

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