Norman James Aaron
Hometown, StateHouston, Texas
Branch of ServiceNavy
Date of Incident10/26/1942
ConflictWorld War II 1941-1945
IncidentBattle of Santa Cruz Islands 10/26/42
RankPetty Officer Third Class
UnitUSS Enterprise (CV 6)
StatusKilled in Action
Electrician's Mate 3rd Class Aaron was killed in action when Japanese planes attacked Enterprise during the Battle of Santa Cruz. He was buried at sea 27 October 1942. His name is listed on the Tablets of the Missing at Manila American Cemetery in Taguig City, Philippines. Narrative researched and written by National Purple Heart Hall of Honor staff.

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