Korean War
| Rank | Aviation Ordnanceman First Class U.S. Navy |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | October 16 1953 |
National Defense Service Medal
Navy Unit Commendation
Aviation Ordnanceman First Class Capper was awarded the Naval Commendation Ribbon and the National Defense Service Medal.
Notes
Aviation Ordnanceman First Class Capper was a crew member aboard the aircraft carrier USS LEYTE (CV-32) being refitted at the Boston Navy Yard. He was killed by an explosion and fire in the port catapult machinery room aboard ship on October 16, 1953.