Date of birth:

September 27th, 1899

Nationality:

American

Service number: NSN: 0-17669.

For his services after the Second World War he also received the Navy Distinguished Service Medal.

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Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Captain

Unit:

Naval Underwater Group

Citation:
"For extraordinary heroism and distinguished service in the line of his profession as Commander of the Naval Underwater Group, in action on 17 February 1945, during the pre-invasion assault operations against Iwo Jima, in the Volcano Islands. Captain Hanlon's conduct throughout was in keeping with the highest traditions of the Navy of the United States."

• - Sterner C.D., Recipients of The Navy Cross, 1916 - Present
  - The Military Times Hall of Valor
  - Home of Heroes