James Clarence Lindsay and Mona Bagley Quayle married in Salt Lake City, UT on 23 Jan 1918. Ellwood's siblings were Gloria L., Roberta Quayle "Bobby," and Gilbert Moore Lindsay. Bobby died young. James Clarence and Mona Lindsay were life long residents of Bear Lake county, ID.
Elwood Quayle Lindsay graduated from Montpelier High School in 1935. Prior to completing his college degree at Utah State Agricultural College he enlisted in the US Marine Corps Reserve on 19 Sept 1940 in Boise, ID as a Private First Class, Volunteer Marine Corps Reserve Class III (a). On 20 Sept, Private Lindsay was on 30 day active duty status under instruction for elimination flight training at the Marine Corps Reserve Aviation Unit (MCRAU), Naval Reserve Aviation Base (NRAB), Seattle, WA., as a Student Naval Aviation Pilot (SNAP). He detached to home and inactive duty status and to 13th Reserve District to await further orders. He returned to the MCRAU, NRAB, Naval Air Station (NAS), Seattle WA. where he was discharged on 14 Nov to accept appointment as an Aviation Cadet. On 15 Nov 1940, he accepted appointment as an Aviation Cadet with a date of rank of 01 Nov 1940. Aviation Cadet Lindsay began his flight training under instruction with class 163-C at the Naval Air Station, Pensacola, on 16 Feb 1941.
According to Marine records, Lindsay was a student naval aviator at the US Naval Air Station, Miami, FL between 1-14 Oct 1941. On 14 Oct he accepted a commission as a 2nd Lt USMCR (AVC) to rank from 04 Aug 1941 when he probably completed his flight training in Pensacola, FL. He also received on the 14th his designation as a Naval Aviator effective on 16 Sept 1941. On 15 Oct 1941 he was transferred to SMAW, SMD, FMF, Naval Air Station, San Diego, CA. Lt Lindsay was a passenger on the USS President Hayes enroute to Ewa, Oahu, T.H. on 25 Jan 1942. Several months later, on 24 Mar 1942, 2nd Lt Lindsay reported aboard the USS Curtis (AV-4) from Hdqtrs Marine Air Group 21, 2nd MarAirWing, FMF, Ewa, Oahu, T.H. for transportation to Midway. On 28 Mar 1942 Lt Lindsay detached from the USS Curtiss to report to the Commanding Officer MarAirGroup 22, Midway Island for duty. He was assigned to VMF-221. Early on the morning of 4 Jun 1942 as a Japanese Striking Force approached Midway, Marine aircraft based on Midway took off to engage an incoming flight of enemy aircraft. VMF-221 achieved a momentary success when they surprised the large formation of Japanese bombers and escorting Zero fighters. The Marine Buffalo fighters were no match for the Zeroes however. Within moments, Lt Lindsey's aircraft was shot down. His remains were unrecoverable. He was declared missing in action on 04 Jun 1942. On 05 Jun 1943 he was declared "presumed dead."
Lt Lindsay was awarded the Navy Cross, the Purple Heart, Presidential Unit Citation w/ribbon, American Defense Service Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with one bronze battle star and World War II Victory Medal.
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Navy Cross citation:
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Elwood Q. Lindsay, Second Lieutenant, United States Marine Corps Reserve, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in the line of his profession while serving as a Pilot in Marine Fighting Squadron TWO HUNDRED TWENTY-ONE, Marine Air Group TWENTY-TWO, Naval Air Station, Midway, during operations of the U.S. Naval and Marine Forces against the invading Japanese Fleet during the Battle of Midway on 4 June 1942. Delivering a dauntless and aggressive attack against a vastly superior number of Japanese bomber and fighter planes, Second Lieutenant Lindsay aided in disrupting the plans of the enemy and lessening the effectiveness of their attack, thereby contributing materially to the success of our forces. As a result of his courageous and daring tactics and because of circumstances attendant upon this engagement, there can be little doubt that Second Lieutenant Lindsay gallantly gave up his life in the service of his country. He displayed the characteristics of an excellent airman in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
General Orders: Approved by the Secretary of the Navy on November 10, 1942
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VMF-221 Presidential Unit Citation:
"For conspicuous courage and heroism in combat at Midway Island during June 1942. Outnumbered five to one, Marine Aircraft Group 22 boldly intercepted a heavily escorted enemy bombing force, disrupting their attack and preventing serious damage to island installations. Operating with half of their dive-bomber's obsolete and in poor mechanical conditions, which necessitated vulnerable glide bombing tactics, they succeeded in inflicting heavy damage on Japanese surface units of a large enemy task force. The skill and gallant perseverance of flight and ground personnel of Marine Aircraft Group 22, fighting under tremendously adverse and dangerous conditions were essential factors in the unyielding defense of Midway."
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The Montpelier Examiner, [Montpelier, Idaho] June 10, 1943.
MISSING MAN IS OFFICIALLY DECLARED DEAD
First Lieutenant Elwood Q Lindsay, US Marine Corps Reserve, son of Mr. and Mrs. J Clarence Lindsay of Dingle, has been officially declared dead as of June 5, 1943 according to information received by his parents from T. Holcomb, lieutenant general, USMC. commandant, US Marie Corps. Lieutenant Lindsay was place on the roll of those missing following the battle of Midway, in which he engaged as a pilot of a fighter plane.
He enlisted in the Marine Corps in September 1940 and received his preliminary training at Port Angles. He was called to Pensacola February 16, 1941 and began his training as a pilot, receiving his wings October 14, 1941. He visited his parents a short while after graduation and was assigned to overseas duty shortly thereafter. He was born in Dingle October 20, 1918. In 1935 he graduated from the Montpelier high school and completed all but two terms of his college work at the USAC before enlisting.
Surviving, in addition to his parents are one sister, Gloria Lindsay of Salt Lake, and a brother Gilbert Moore Lindsay of Dingle. The telegram from Marine Corps Commandant follows: "Your son Lieutenant Elwood Q Lindsay having been carried as missing in action for one year without receipt of any report of any kind, has now been officially declared dead as of June 5, 1943. Please accept my heartfelt sympathies."
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Combat Action Ribbon (CR) note:
None of the Navy/Marine flight crews in the Battle of Midway were eligible for or were awarded the Combat Action Ribbon (CR). See Navy and Marine Corps Awards Manual (SECNAVINST M-1650.1 of 16 Aug 2019, Appendix 2C.1.c (3) Amplifying Guidance). It reads in part, "The CR will not be awarded in connection with aerial flight, . . . " The CR was established in 1969 and made retroactive to 07 Dec 1941. According to the Awards Manual, when deemed appropriate, the award for aerial combat was/is the Air Medal.
[Bio #231 composed by Gerry Lawton (G47)
Military Hall of Honor ID:#96581
Elwood Quayle Lindsay graduated from Montpelier High School in 1935. Prior to completing his college degree at Utah State Agricultural College he enlisted in the US Marine Corps Reserve on 19 Sept 1940 in Boise, ID as a Private First Class, Volunteer Marine Corps Reserve Class III (a). On 20 Sept, Private Lindsay was on 30 day active duty status under instruction for elimination flight training at the Marine Corps Reserve Aviation Unit (MCRAU), Naval Reserve Aviation Base (NRAB), Seattle, WA., as a Student Naval Aviation Pilot (SNAP). He detached to home and inactive duty status and to 13th Reserve District to await further orders. He returned to the MCRAU, NRAB, Naval Air Station (NAS), Seattle WA. where he was discharged on 14 Nov to accept appointment as an Aviation Cadet. On 15 Nov 1940, he accepted appointment as an Aviation Cadet with a date of rank of 01 Nov 1940. Aviation Cadet Lindsay began his flight training under instruction with class 163-C at the Naval Air Station, Pensacola, on 16 Feb 1941.
According to Marine records, Lindsay was a student naval aviator at the US Naval Air Station, Miami, FL between 1-14 Oct 1941. On 14 Oct he accepted a commission as a 2nd Lt USMCR (AVC) to rank from 04 Aug 1941 when he probably completed his flight training in Pensacola, FL. He also received on the 14th his designation as a Naval Aviator effective on 16 Sept 1941. On 15 Oct 1941 he was transferred to SMAW, SMD, FMF, Naval Air Station, San Diego, CA. Lt Lindsay was a passenger on the USS President Hayes enroute to Ewa, Oahu, T.H. on 25 Jan 1942. Several months later, on 24 Mar 1942, 2nd Lt Lindsay reported aboard the USS Curtis (AV-4) from Hdqtrs Marine Air Group 21, 2nd MarAirWing, FMF, Ewa, Oahu, T.H. for transportation to Midway. On 28 Mar 1942 Lt Lindsay detached from the USS Curtiss to report to the Commanding Officer MarAirGroup 22, Midway Island for duty. He was assigned to VMF-221. Early on the morning of 4 Jun 1942 as a Japanese Striking Force approached Midway, Marine aircraft based on Midway took off to engage an incoming flight of enemy aircraft. VMF-221 achieved a momentary success when they surprised the large formation of Japanese bombers and escorting Zero fighters. The Marine Buffalo fighters were no match for the Zeroes however. Within moments, Lt Lindsey's aircraft was shot down. His remains were unrecoverable. He was declared missing in action on 04 Jun 1942. On 05 Jun 1943 he was declared "presumed dead."
Lt Lindsay was awarded the Navy Cross, the Purple Heart, Presidential Unit Citation w/ribbon, American Defense Service Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with one bronze battle star and World War II Victory Medal.
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Navy Cross citation:
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Elwood Q. Lindsay, Second Lieutenant, United States Marine Corps Reserve, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in the line of his profession while serving as a Pilot in Marine Fighting Squadron TWO HUNDRED TWENTY-ONE, Marine Air Group TWENTY-TWO, Naval Air Station, Midway, during operations of the U.S. Naval and Marine Forces against the invading Japanese Fleet during the Battle of Midway on 4 June 1942. Delivering a dauntless and aggressive attack against a vastly superior number of Japanese bomber and fighter planes, Second Lieutenant Lindsay aided in disrupting the plans of the enemy and lessening the effectiveness of their attack, thereby contributing materially to the success of our forces. As a result of his courageous and daring tactics and because of circumstances attendant upon this engagement, there can be little doubt that Second Lieutenant Lindsay gallantly gave up his life in the service of his country. He displayed the characteristics of an excellent airman in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
General Orders: Approved by the Secretary of the Navy on November 10, 1942
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VMF-221 Presidential Unit Citation:
"For conspicuous courage and heroism in combat at Midway Island during June 1942. Outnumbered five to one, Marine Aircraft Group 22 boldly intercepted a heavily escorted enemy bombing force, disrupting their attack and preventing serious damage to island installations. Operating with half of their dive-bomber's obsolete and in poor mechanical conditions, which necessitated vulnerable glide bombing tactics, they succeeded in inflicting heavy damage on Japanese surface units of a large enemy task force. The skill and gallant perseverance of flight and ground personnel of Marine Aircraft Group 22, fighting under tremendously adverse and dangerous conditions were essential factors in the unyielding defense of Midway."
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The Montpelier Examiner, [Montpelier, Idaho] June 10, 1943.
MISSING MAN IS OFFICIALLY DECLARED DEAD
First Lieutenant Elwood Q Lindsay, US Marine Corps Reserve, son of Mr. and Mrs. J Clarence Lindsay of Dingle, has been officially declared dead as of June 5, 1943 according to information received by his parents from T. Holcomb, lieutenant general, USMC. commandant, US Marie Corps. Lieutenant Lindsay was place on the roll of those missing following the battle of Midway, in which he engaged as a pilot of a fighter plane.
He enlisted in the Marine Corps in September 1940 and received his preliminary training at Port Angles. He was called to Pensacola February 16, 1941 and began his training as a pilot, receiving his wings October 14, 1941. He visited his parents a short while after graduation and was assigned to overseas duty shortly thereafter. He was born in Dingle October 20, 1918. In 1935 he graduated from the Montpelier high school and completed all but two terms of his college work at the USAC before enlisting.
Surviving, in addition to his parents are one sister, Gloria Lindsay of Salt Lake, and a brother Gilbert Moore Lindsay of Dingle. The telegram from Marine Corps Commandant follows: "Your son Lieutenant Elwood Q Lindsay having been carried as missing in action for one year without receipt of any report of any kind, has now been officially declared dead as of June 5, 1943. Please accept my heartfelt sympathies."
--------------------------------
Combat Action Ribbon (CR) note:
None of the Navy/Marine flight crews in the Battle of Midway were eligible for or were awarded the Combat Action Ribbon (CR). See Navy and Marine Corps Awards Manual (SECNAVINST M-1650.1 of 16 Aug 2019, Appendix 2C.1.c (3) Amplifying Guidance). It reads in part, "The CR will not be awarded in connection with aerial flight, . . . " The CR was established in 1969 and made retroactive to 07 Dec 1941. According to the Awards Manual, when deemed appropriate, the award for aerial combat was/is the Air Medal.
[Bio #231 composed by Gerry Lawton (G47)
Military Hall of Honor ID:#96581
James Clarence Lindsay and Mona Bagley Quayle married in Salt Lake City, UT on 23 Jan 1918. Ellwood's siblings were Gloria L., Roberta Quayle "Bobby," and Gilbert Moore Lindsay. Bobby died young. James Clarence and Mona Lindsay were life long residents of Bear Lake county, ID.
Elwood Quayle Lindsay graduated from Montpelier High School in 1935. Prior to completing his college degree at Utah State Agricultural College he enlisted in the US Marine Corps Reserve on 19 Sept 1940 in Boise, ID as a Private First Class, Volunteer Marine Corps Reserve Class III (a). On 20 Sept, Private Lindsay was on 30 day active duty status under instruction for elimination flight training at the Marine Corps Reserve Aviation Unit (MCRAU), Naval Reserve Aviation Base (NRAB), Seattle, WA., as a Student Naval Aviation Pilot (SNAP). He detached to home and inactive duty status and to 13th Reserve District to await further orders. He returned to the MCRAU, NRAB, Naval Air Station (NAS), Seattle WA. where he was discharged on 14 Nov to accept appointment as an Aviation Cadet. On 15 Nov 1940, he accepted appointment as an Aviation Cadet with a date of rank of 01 Nov 1940. Aviation Cadet Lindsay began his flight training under instruction with class 163-C at the Naval Air Station, Pensacola, on 16 Feb 1941.
According to Marine records, Lindsay was a student naval aviator at the US Naval Air Station, Miami, FL between 1-14 Oct 1941. On 14 Oct he accepted a commission as a 2nd Lt USMCR (AVC) to rank from 04 Aug 1941 when he probably completed his flight training in Pensacola, FL. He also received on the 14th his designation as a Naval Aviator effective on 16 Sept 1941. On 15 Oct 1941 he was transferred to SMAW, SMD, FMF, Naval Air Station, San Diego, CA. Lt Lindsay was a passenger on the USS President Hayes enroute to Ewa, Oahu, T.H. on 25 Jan 1942. Several months later, on 24 Mar 1942, 2nd Lt Lindsay reported aboard the USS Curtis (AV-4) from Hdqtrs Marine Air Group 21, 2nd MarAirWing, FMF, Ewa, Oahu, T.H. for transportation to Midway. On 28 Mar 1942 Lt Lindsay detached from the USS Curtiss to report to the Commanding Officer MarAirGroup 22, Midway Island for duty. He was assigned to VMF-221. Early on the morning of 4 Jun 1942 as a Japanese Striking Force approached Midway, Marine aircraft based on Midway took off to engage an incoming flight of enemy aircraft. VMF-221 achieved a momentary success when they surprised the large formation of Japanese bombers and escorting Zero fighters. The Marine Buffalo fighters were no match for the Zeroes however. Within moments, Lt Lindsey's aircraft was shot down. His remains were unrecoverable. He was declared missing in action on 04 Jun 1942. On 05 Jun 1943 he was declared "presumed dead."
Lt Lindsay was awarded the Navy Cross, the Purple Heart, Presidential Unit Citation w/ribbon, American Defense Service Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with one bronze battle star and World War II Victory Medal.
--------------------------------
Navy Cross citation:
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Elwood Q. Lindsay, Second Lieutenant, United States Marine Corps Reserve, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in the line of his profession while serving as a Pilot in Marine Fighting Squadron TWO HUNDRED TWENTY-ONE, Marine Air Group TWENTY-TWO, Naval Air Station, Midway, during operations of the U.S. Naval and Marine Forces against the invading Japanese Fleet during the Battle of Midway on 4 June 1942. Delivering a dauntless and aggressive attack against a vastly superior number of Japanese bomber and fighter planes, Second Lieutenant Lindsay aided in disrupting the plans of the enemy and lessening the effectiveness of their attack, thereby contributing materially to the success of our forces. As a result of his courageous and daring tactics and because of circumstances attendant upon this engagement, there can be little doubt that Second Lieutenant Lindsay gallantly gave up his life in the service of his country. He displayed the characteristics of an excellent airman in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
General Orders: Approved by the Secretary of the Navy on November 10, 1942
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VMF-221 Presidential Unit Citation:
"For conspicuous courage and heroism in combat at Midway Island during June 1942. Outnumbered five to one, Marine Aircraft Group 22 boldly intercepted a heavily escorted enemy bombing force, disrupting their attack and preventing serious damage to island installations. Operating with half of their dive-bomber's obsolete and in poor mechanical conditions, which necessitated vulnerable glide bombing tactics, they succeeded in inflicting heavy damage on Japanese surface units of a large enemy task force. The skill and gallant perseverance of flight and ground personnel of Marine Aircraft Group 22, fighting under tremendously adverse and dangerous conditions were essential factors in the unyielding defense of Midway."
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The Montpelier Examiner, [Montpelier, Idaho] June 10, 1943.
MISSING MAN IS OFFICIALLY DECLARED DEAD
First Lieutenant Elwood Q Lindsay, US Marine Corps Reserve, son of Mr. and Mrs. J Clarence Lindsay of Dingle, has been officially declared dead as of June 5, 1943 according to information received by his parents from T. Holcomb, lieutenant general, USMC. commandant, US Marie Corps. Lieutenant Lindsay was place on the roll of those missing following the battle of Midway, in which he engaged as a pilot of a fighter plane.
He enlisted in the Marine Corps in September 1940 and received his preliminary training at Port Angles. He was called to Pensacola February 16, 1941 and began his training as a pilot, receiving his wings October 14, 1941. He visited his parents a short while after graduation and was assigned to overseas duty shortly thereafter. He was born in Dingle October 20, 1918. In 1935 he graduated from the Montpelier high school and completed all but two terms of his college work at the USAC before enlisting.
Surviving, in addition to his parents are one sister, Gloria Lindsay of Salt Lake, and a brother Gilbert Moore Lindsay of Dingle. The telegram from Marine Corps Commandant follows: "Your son Lieutenant Elwood Q Lindsay having been carried as missing in action for one year without receipt of any report of any kind, has now been officially declared dead as of June 5, 1943. Please accept my heartfelt sympathies."
--------------------------------
Combat Action Ribbon (CR) note:
None of the Navy/Marine flight crews in the Battle of Midway were eligible for or were awarded the Combat Action Ribbon (CR). See Navy and Marine Corps Awards Manual (SECNAVINST M-1650.1 of 16 Aug 2019, Appendix 2C.1.c (3) Amplifying Guidance). It reads in part, "The CR will not be awarded in connection with aerial flight, . . . " The CR was established in 1969 and made retroactive to 07 Dec 1941. According to the Awards Manual, when deemed appropriate, the award for aerial combat was/is the Air Medal.
[Bio #231 composed by Gerry Lawton (G47)
Military Hall of Honor ID:#96581
Elwood Quayle Lindsay graduated from Montpelier High School in 1935. Prior to completing his college degree at Utah State Agricultural College he enlisted in the US Marine Corps Reserve on 19 Sept 1940 in Boise, ID as a Private First Class, Volunteer Marine Corps Reserve Class III (a). On 20 Sept, Private Lindsay was on 30 day active duty status under instruction for elimination flight training at the Marine Corps Reserve Aviation Unit (MCRAU), Naval Reserve Aviation Base (NRAB), Seattle, WA., as a Student Naval Aviation Pilot (SNAP). He detached to home and inactive duty status and to 13th Reserve District to await further orders. He returned to the MCRAU, NRAB, Naval Air Station (NAS), Seattle WA. where he was discharged on 14 Nov to accept appointment as an Aviation Cadet. On 15 Nov 1940, he accepted appointment as an Aviation Cadet with a date of rank of 01 Nov 1940. Aviation Cadet Lindsay began his flight training under instruction with class 163-C at the Naval Air Station, Pensacola, on 16 Feb 1941.
According to Marine records, Lindsay was a student naval aviator at the US Naval Air Station, Miami, FL between 1-14 Oct 1941. On 14 Oct he accepted a commission as a 2nd Lt USMCR (AVC) to rank from 04 Aug 1941 when he probably completed his flight training in Pensacola, FL. He also received on the 14th his designation as a Naval Aviator effective on 16 Sept 1941. On 15 Oct 1941 he was transferred to SMAW, SMD, FMF, Naval Air Station, San Diego, CA. Lt Lindsay was a passenger on the USS President Hayes enroute to Ewa, Oahu, T.H. on 25 Jan 1942. Several months later, on 24 Mar 1942, 2nd Lt Lindsay reported aboard the USS Curtis (AV-4) from Hdqtrs Marine Air Group 21, 2nd MarAirWing, FMF, Ewa, Oahu, T.H. for transportation to Midway. On 28 Mar 1942 Lt Lindsay detached from the USS Curtiss to report to the Commanding Officer MarAirGroup 22, Midway Island for duty. He was assigned to VMF-221. Early on the morning of 4 Jun 1942 as a Japanese Striking Force approached Midway, Marine aircraft based on Midway took off to engage an incoming flight of enemy aircraft. VMF-221 achieved a momentary success when they surprised the large formation of Japanese bombers and escorting Zero fighters. The Marine Buffalo fighters were no match for the Zeroes however. Within moments, Lt Lindsey's aircraft was shot down. His remains were unrecoverable. He was declared missing in action on 04 Jun 1942. On 05 Jun 1943 he was declared "presumed dead."
Lt Lindsay was awarded the Navy Cross, the Purple Heart, Presidential Unit Citation w/ribbon, American Defense Service Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with one bronze battle star and World War II Victory Medal.
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Navy Cross citation:
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Elwood Q. Lindsay, Second Lieutenant, United States Marine Corps Reserve, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in the line of his profession while serving as a Pilot in Marine Fighting Squadron TWO HUNDRED TWENTY-ONE, Marine Air Group TWENTY-TWO, Naval Air Station, Midway, during operations of the U.S. Naval and Marine Forces against the invading Japanese Fleet during the Battle of Midway on 4 June 1942. Delivering a dauntless and aggressive attack against a vastly superior number of Japanese bomber and fighter planes, Second Lieutenant Lindsay aided in disrupting the plans of the enemy and lessening the effectiveness of their attack, thereby contributing materially to the success of our forces. As a result of his courageous and daring tactics and because of circumstances attendant upon this engagement, there can be little doubt that Second Lieutenant Lindsay gallantly gave up his life in the service of his country. He displayed the characteristics of an excellent airman in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
General Orders: Approved by the Secretary of the Navy on November 10, 1942
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VMF-221 Presidential Unit Citation:
"For conspicuous courage and heroism in combat at Midway Island during June 1942. Outnumbered five to one, Marine Aircraft Group 22 boldly intercepted a heavily escorted enemy bombing force, disrupting their attack and preventing serious damage to island installations. Operating with half of their dive-bomber's obsolete and in poor mechanical conditions, which necessitated vulnerable glide bombing tactics, they succeeded in inflicting heavy damage on Japanese surface units of a large enemy task force. The skill and gallant perseverance of flight and ground personnel of Marine Aircraft Group 22, fighting under tremendously adverse and dangerous conditions were essential factors in the unyielding defense of Midway."
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The Montpelier Examiner, [Montpelier, Idaho] June 10, 1943.
MISSING MAN IS OFFICIALLY DECLARED DEAD
First Lieutenant Elwood Q Lindsay, US Marine Corps Reserve, son of Mr. and Mrs. J Clarence Lindsay of Dingle, has been officially declared dead as of June 5, 1943 according to information received by his parents from T. Holcomb, lieutenant general, USMC. commandant, US Marie Corps. Lieutenant Lindsay was place on the roll of those missing following the battle of Midway, in which he engaged as a pilot of a fighter plane.
He enlisted in the Marine Corps in September 1940 and received his preliminary training at Port Angles. He was called to Pensacola February 16, 1941 and began his training as a pilot, receiving his wings October 14, 1941. He visited his parents a short while after graduation and was assigned to overseas duty shortly thereafter. He was born in Dingle October 20, 1918. In 1935 he graduated from the Montpelier high school and completed all but two terms of his college work at the USAC before enlisting.
Surviving, in addition to his parents are one sister, Gloria Lindsay of Salt Lake, and a brother Gilbert Moore Lindsay of Dingle. The telegram from Marine Corps Commandant follows: "Your son Lieutenant Elwood Q Lindsay having been carried as missing in action for one year without receipt of any report of any kind, has now been officially declared dead as of June 5, 1943. Please accept my heartfelt sympathies."
--------------------------------
Combat Action Ribbon (CR) note:
None of the Navy/Marine flight crews in the Battle of Midway were eligible for or were awarded the Combat Action Ribbon (CR). See Navy and Marine Corps Awards Manual (SECNAVINST M-1650.1 of 16 Aug 2019, Appendix 2C.1.c (3) Amplifying Guidance). It reads in part, "The CR will not be awarded in connection with aerial flight, . . . " The CR was established in 1969 and made retroactive to 07 Dec 1941. According to the Awards Manual, when deemed appropriate, the award for aerial combat was/is the Air Medal.
[Bio #231 composed by Gerry Lawton (G47)
Military Hall of Honor ID:#96581
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