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U.S. Marshal. James Elliott Williams (June 13, 1930 – October 13, 1999) was an American law enforcement officer and honorary United States Navy chief boatswain's mate who was awarded the Medal of Honor during the Vietnam War.
The guided missile destroyer USS James E. Williams is named after Chief Petty Officer James E. Williams, the most decorated enlisted Sailor in U.S. Navy history. He received the Medal of Honor for his heroism in the Vietnam War in 1966.
Learn about the life and achievements of James Elliott Williams, a U.S. Navy Boatswain's Mate First Class who received the Medal of Honor for his heroism in a three-hour battle against a larger enemy force on the Mekong River in 1966. See his citation, details, photo gallery and more on the Congressional Medal of Honor Society website.
Feb 20, 2015 · Skillful battle direction is one of the most important requirements for a leader in the U.S. Navy. Boatswain's Mate 1 st Class James E. Williams, who received the Medal of Honor for his...
Oct 19, 1999 · James E. Williams, who as a patrol-boat commander in the Vietnam War won the Medal of Honor and became one of the most highly decorated sailors in Navy history, died on Wednesday at a hospital...
ISIC: Commander, Naval Surface Group Middle Atlantic. Welcome to the destroyer USS James E. Williams (DDG 95) official website.
Mar 29, 2021 · The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS James E. Williams is named after Boatswain's Mate 1st Class James E. Williams, who received the Medal of Honor for his actions in the Vietnam War. Learn about his legacy, his crew's achievements and the ship's connection to the Vietnam War.
