Rank/Rate	Chief Gunner's Mate
Service Number	207 10 05
Birth Date	September 15, 1915
From	Los Angeles, California
Decorations	Silver Star, Purple Heart
Submarine	USS Wahoo (SS-238)
Loss Date	October 11, 1943
Location	In La Perouse Strait, Northern Japan
Circumstances	Sunk by a combination of air attack and depth charging
Remarks	William was born in New Haven, Connecticut.

Photos and information courtesy of Alice Johnson, niece, and  Ed Abakumoff, nephew.

SILVER STAR CITATION:

The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Chief Gunner's Mate William J. Carr (NSN: 2071005), United States Navy, for gallantry in action while serving aboard a United States Submarine during war patrols in enemy-controlled waters during World War II.. In charge of the gun battery and equipment, Chief Gunner's Mate Carr maintained his department in a constant state of readiness throughout an extremely hazardous period. His battery sank or inflicted severe damage on an important amount of enemy shipping. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Naval Service.

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