Robert M. La Prade
| Robert M. La Prade | |
|---|---|
| Born |
August 4, 1916 Kenedy, Texas |
| Died | January 20, 1943 (aged 26) Guadalcanal |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ |
United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1940–1943 |
| Rank | First Lieutenant |
| Unit | combat patrol |
| Battles/wars |
World War II *Guadalcanal campaign |
| Awards | Navy Cross |
Robert Maitland La Prade was born August 4, 1916 at Kenedy, Texas. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Rice Institute on June 1, 1942.
He served in the United States Army prior to enlisting in the U.S. Marine Corps April 16, 1940. Commissioned First Lieutenant January 1, 1943 while serving in the Pacific campaign he died of wounds received in the action at Guadalcanal.
Lieutenant La Prade was awarded the Navy Cross for extraordinary heroism and outstanding courage during action against enemy Japanese Forces at Guadalcanal January 20, 1943.
USS La Prade (DE-409) was named in his honor. She was laid down November 18, 1943 by Brown Shipbuilding Co., Houston, Texas; launched December 31, 1943; sponsored by Mrs. J. T. La Prade, mother of the late Lieutenant La Prade; and commissioned April 20, 1944, Lt. Comdr. C. M. Fellows in command.
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