Robert Taylor Hanson ★ World War II Gold Star Veteran from California
On December 13, 1941 First Lieutenant Hanson was declared a casualty of World War II. ★ He served with honor in the United States Army. ★ He is remembered by the people of California. ★ May his positive example inspire us. Working together towards peace, mutual respect, and equality for all.
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Service Details
| This Profile ID | 376562 |
| Service ID | O-388665 |
| Name | Robert Taylor Hanson |
| From | Oakland, Alameda County, California |
| Birth Date | May 14, 1916 |
| Casualty Date | December 13, 1941 |
| War | World War II |
| Service Branch | Army |
| Rank | First Lieutenant |
| Specialty | Pilot |
| Unit/Group | 3rd AAF Pursuit Squadron, 24th Pursuit Group |
| Casualty Type | KIA - Killed in Action |
| Location | Manila, Philippines |
| Burial | Golden Gate National Cemetery, San Bruno, San Mateo County, California |
| Notable Awards |
★ Distinguished Service Cross
★ Air Medal
★ Purple Heart |
| Remembered | 
Robert Taylor Hanson is buried or memorialized at Golden Gate National Cemetery, San Bruno, San Mateo County, California. This is a National American Cemetery administered through the Department of Veteran's Affairs. |
Additional Details
▼ Auto-Generated Profile Synopsis: Robert Taylor Hanson 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 Army. Hanson had the rank of First Lieutenant. His military occupation or specialty was Pilot. Service number assignment was O-388665. Attached to 3rd AAF Pursuit Squadron, 24th Pursuit Group.
He was born on May 14, 1916. According to our records California was his home or enlistment state and Alameda county has been included within the archival record. We have Oakland listed as his city. During his service in World War II, Army First Lieutenant Hanson experienced a traumatic event which ultimately resulted in loss of life on December 13, 1941. Recorded circumstances attributed to: KIA - Killed in Action. Incident location: Manila, Philippines. |
Commendations + Awards
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★ Distinguished Service Cross
★ Air Medal
★ Purple Heart
★ United States Aviator Badge
★ World War II Victory Medal
★ American Campaign Medal
★ Army Presidential Unit Citation
★ Army Good Conduct Medal
★ Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal
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