Elmer Gedeon
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| Elmer Gedeon | |
|---|---|
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/branch | United States Army Air Force |
| Years of service | 1941–1944 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Unit | 586th Bomb Squadron, 394th Bombardment Group |
| Battles/wars | World War II European Theater of Operations |
| Awards | Soldier's Medal Purple Heart |
Elmer John Gedeon (April 15, 1917 – April 20, 1944) is one of only two Major League Baseball players killed in action during World War II. He was also a multi-sport star in college at the University of Michigan.
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