Capt. Joseph K. Taussig Jr: The Attack on Pearl Harbor
Capt. Taussig lost his leg defending the USS Nevada during the attack on Pearl Harbor.
Warriors In Their Own Words | First Person War Stories · Evergreen Podcasts | The Honor Project
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Captain Joseph K. Taussig Jr. was stationed in Pearl Harbor on board the USS Nevada in 1941. During the Japanese attack, he took his post as starboard anti-aircraft battery officer. Even after being severely wounded, Taussig refused to abandon his post, until his crew forcibly carried him to safety.
Taussig later received the Navy Cross for his bravery.
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