George Ray Tweed
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George Ray Tweed (July 2, 1902 ā January 16, 1989) was a decorated radioman in the United States Navy who served during World War II. He is most famous for evading Japanese capture for two years and seven months after the surrender of the U.S garrison on Guam in 1941.
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George Ray Tweed | |
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Born | (1902-07-02)July 2, 1902 Oregon, United States |
Died | January 16, 1989(1989-01-16) (aged 86) Crescent City, California, United States |
Place of burial | |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Navy |
Years of service | 1922ā1948 |
Rank | Lieutenant |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Silver Star Legion of Merit with "V" Device |
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