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<p><br> <br><b>Commander <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/en:Bruce_McCandless" class="extiw" title="w:en:Bruce McCandless">Bruce McCandless</a>, USN</b>
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Halftone reproduction of a photograph, copied from the official publication "Medal of Honor, 1861-1949, The Navy", page 224.
Bruce McCandless was awarded the Medal of Honor for "conspicuous gallantry and exceptionally distinguished service" while serving as the Communication Officer on board USS <i>San Francisco</i> (CA-38) during the Naval Battle of Guadalcanal, 12-13 November 1942.
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U.S. Naval History and Heritage Command Photograph
US Naval History &amp; Heritage Command
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