Robert Prince (captain)

Robert Prince
Robert Prince
BornNovember 7, 1919
Seattle, Washington
DiedJanuary 1, 2009 (age 89)
Port Townsend, Washington
Allegiance United States of America
Branch United States Army
Service years1941–1946
Rank Major
Unit6th Ranger Battalion
ConflictsWorld War II
AwardsDistinguished Service Cross

Robert W. Prince (November 7, 1919 – January 1, 2009) was an officer in the United States Army's elite 6th Ranger Battalion. In 1945 he was chosen personally by Lt. Col. Henry Mucci to plan the rescue at the Cabanatuan POW camp in the Philippines.

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