Ernest E. Evans
Ernest Edwin Evans | |
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Evans in 1944 | |
| Nickname(s) | "Big Chief" |
| Born | August 13, 1908 Pawnee, Oklahoma |
| Died | October 25, 1944 (aged 36) off Samar, Philippine Islands |
| Place of burial | remains not recovered; listed on the Walls of the Missing, Manila American Cemetery |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1931–1944 |
| Rank | Commander |
| Commands | USS Alden USS Johnston |
| Battles / wars | World War II |
| Awards | Medal of Honor Bronze Star Philippine Liberation Medal |
Ernest Edwin Evans (August 13, 1908 – October 25, 1944) was an officer of the United States Navy who posthumously received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Battle off Samar in World War II.