Congresswoman Tenney Host World War II Medal Ceremony, Honors NY-24 WWII Hero

Cleveland, NY – Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) hosted a Medal Ceremony to recognize and honor the bravery of Torpedoman's Mate Second Class Joseph Edward Joseph, during his service in the Navy during World War II.  

Tenney presented the medals and awards to Mr. Joe Joseph in honor of his father, Torpedoman's Mate Second Class Joseph Edward Joseph.

Joseph Edward Joseph was honorably discharged from the United States Navy on January 4, 1946, after serving in World War II aboard the USS Aulick. On November 29, 1944, six Japanese planes attacked the Aulick in the Leyte Gulf while on anti-submarine patrol, with 31 men giving their lives in defense of their ship, fellow service members, and country, 64 being wounded, and one sailor missing in action. Joseph, for his actions and bravery, earned the Combat Action Ribbon, Navy Good Conduct Medal, American Campaign Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with three bronze battle stars, World War II Victory Medal, and foreign awards of the Philippine Republic Presidential Unit Citation and the Philippine Liberation Ribbon with one bronze battle star. 

Tenney also presented an American flag flown over the Capitol and Pentagon and a copy of a floor speech from late 2022 that honored Joe Joseph’s father and his uncles, who also served in WWII.

“Joseph Edward Joseph served our country with distinction aboard the USS Aulick during World War II,” said Congresswoman Tenney. “Few things can be done to show our nation's true gratitude for his service, but I remain humbled to be able to present these medals and awards to Mr. Joseph’s son in honor of his service. May these medals represent our national unity, resilience, and appreciation for the sacrifices made by Mr. Joseph and all our nation’s heroes who serve our country.

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