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Major (Corps of Engineers) William Atha Gay (ASN: 0-21070), United States Army, was captured by the Japanese after the fall the Philippine Islands in 1942, and was held as a Prisoner of War until his death in captivity on or about 15 December 1944.

Awards Received

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Major (Corps of Engineers)

    Regiment:

    14th Combat Engineer Regiment

    Action Date:

    1942
    United States Military Academy Register of Graduates

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major (Corps of Engineers) William Atha Gay (ASN: 0-21070), United States Army, was awarded the Legion of Merit (Posthumously) for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States with the 14th Combat Engineer Regiment, in the Philippine Islands, in 1942. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Major Gay and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Army.