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Straelen, van, Philippus Bernardus Maria

Date of birth:
June 2nd, 1894 (Utrecht, the Netherlands)
Date of death:
February 27th, 1942 (Java Sea)
Nationality:
Dutch (1815-present, Kingdom)

Biography

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Kapitein ter zee (Captain)
Unit:
Hr. Ms. Java, Koninklijke Marine
Awarded on:
June 27th, 1947
Eminent deeds of courage, tact and loyalty, in command of Our cruiser H.M. Java in the face of an overwhelming majority during the battle in the Sea of Java, upholding the entire morale aboard ship by his inspiring leadership, resulting in having repulsed twice an attack by enemy fighters; finally, when the cruiser went down, having shown worthiness as a commander by being the last person to leave ship.

Royal decree no.26
Ridder vierde klasse der Militaire Willems Orde (MWO.4)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Unit:
Koninklijke Marine
Bronzen Leeuw (BL)

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