Charles Jackson French
Charles Jackson French | |
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| Born | September 25, 1919 Foreman, Arkansas, US |
| Died | November 7, 1956 (aged 37) San Diego, California, US |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1937–1946 |
| Rank | Steward's mate first class |
| Awards | Navy and Marine Corps Medal |
Charles Jackson French (September 25, 1919 – November 7, 1956) was a United States Navy sailor known for his heroic actions in the Pacific Theater of World War II, where he saved fifteen of his shipmates after their high-speed transport was sunk in combat.