William Russel Huber
William Russel Huber
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Born | Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
June 16, 1903
Died | Script error: The function "death_date_and_age" does not exist. California, U.S. |
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Allegiance | United States |
Service/ |
United States Navy |
Rank | Lieutenant |
Unit | USS Bruce |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
William Russel Huber (June 16, 1903[1] – January 25, 1982) a native of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, was a United States Navy sailor who received the Medal of Honor for heroism on June 11, 1928.
Medal of Honor citation
For display of extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession on 11 June 1928, after a boiler accident on the U.S.S. Bruce, then at the Naval Shipyard, Norfolk, Va. Immediately on becoming aware of the accident, Huber without hesitation and in complete disregard of his own safety, entered the steam-filled fireroom and at grave risk to his life succeeded by almost superhuman efforts in carrying Charles H. Byran to safety. Although having received severe and dangerous burns about the arms and neck, he descended with a view toward rendering further assistance. The great courage, grit, and determination displayed by Huber on this occasion characterized conduct far above and beyond the call of duty.[2]
Military service
Huber served in World War I and World War II, leaving the Navy with the rank of Lieutenant.
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References
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