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USS William Charette Honors Medal of Honor Hero | Portland Maine News
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The U.S. Navy proudly christened the new guided missile destroyer USS William Charette in Bath, Maine — honoring Master Chief Hospital Corpsman William R. Charette, Medal of Honor recipient who risked everything in the Korean War to save wounded Marines under fire. His daughter and granddaughters broke the ceremonial bottle as Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao praised the 1,500+ shipbuilders at Bath Iron Works, celebrating America’s enduring naval craftsmanship. This powerful tribute marks the culmination of years of dedication and stands as a bold symbol of national defense and unwavering military valor.
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