Paul B. Huff

War Hero

Birthday June 23, 1918

Birth Sign Cancer

Birthplace Tennessee

DEATH DATE Sep 21, 1994 (76)

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About

Late U.S. Army soldier who received the Medal of Honor for his bravery in leading a reconnaissance patrol during World War II. He eventually achieved the rank of Command Sergeant Major, the highest possible rank for an enlisted soldier.

Before Fame

He enlisted in the Army in June 1941 and was serving in the 509th Parachute Infantry Battalion by 1944.

Trivia

His hometown of Cleveland, Tennessee named Sgt. Paul B. Huff Parkway in his honor.

Family Life

He was married to a woman named Betty.

Associated With

He and Ernest E. Evans both earned the Medal of Honor for their actions during World War II.