Albert Edward Mitchell
World War II Gold Star Veteran from Washington

On June 4, 1942 Ensign Mitchell was declared a casualty of World War II. He served with honor in the United States Navy. He is remembered by the people of Washington. May his positive example inspire us. Working together towards peace, mutual respect, and equality for all.
Albert Edward Mitchell
World War II
World War II
Washington
Missing in Action
Battle of Midway
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Service Details
This Profile ID123171
Service ID0104116
NameAlbert Edward Mitchell
FromSeattle, King County, Washington
Birth DateFebruary 17, 1918
Casualty DateJune 4, 1942
WarWorld War II
Service BranchNavy
RankEnsign
SpecialtyPilot
Casualty TypeMissing in action or lost at sea
LocationDutch Harbor, Aleutians, Alaska
BurialTablets of the Missing at Honolulu Memorial, Honolulu, Hawaii
Notable Awards
Distinguished Flying Cross
Air Medal
Purple Heart
Remembered Albert Edward Mitchell is buried or memorialized at Tablets of the Missing at Honolulu Memorial, Honolulu, Hawaii. This is an American Battle Monuments Commission location.
Additional Details
Auto-Generated Profile Synopsis - Albert Edward Mitchell was serving his country during World War II when he gave his all in the line of duty. He had enlisted in the United States Navy. Mitchell had the rank of Ensign. His military occupation or specialty was Pilot. Service number assignment was 0104116.

He was born on February 17, 1918. According to our records Washington was his home or enlistment state and King county has been included within the archival record. We have Seattle listed as his city.

During his service in World War II, Navy Mitchell was reported missing and ultimately declared dead on June 4, 1942. Recorded circumstances attributed to: Missing in action or lost at sea. Incident location: Dutch Harbor, Aleutians, Alaska.
Commendations + Awards
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Air Medal
Purple Heart
Combat Action Ribbon
United States Aviator Badge Navy
World War II Victory Medal
American Campaign Medal
Navy Presidential Unit Citation
Navy Good Conduct Medal
Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal
Navy Expeditionary Medal
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