James W. Robb receives the Navy Cross, 1942
Title
James W. Robb receives the Navy Cross, 1942
Description
Written on back: "Navy Cross - Jim Robb. Given by James Forrestal, Sect Defense for Navy, 1942." Robb received the Navy Cross for his heroic acts during the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. Note: the man pinning the medal to Robb's lapel does not entirely resemble James Forrestal; this may not be him. Names: Forrestal, James Vincent, 1892-1949; Robb, James William, 1912-1946.
Date
1942
Subject
Medals
Military decorations
Military air pilots
Source
Private collection of Ellen Robb, Harvey Cedars, NJ.
Rights
No Copyright - United States. This is believed to be a work created by the federal government.
Format
black-and-white photographs
Type
Image
Identifier
robb0047.jpg
Collection
Citation
“James W. Robb receives the Navy Cross, 1942,” Robb Family Records, accessed October 15, 2024, https://robb.omeka.net/items/show/54.