Henry Talmage “Hammerin’ Hank” Elrod (September 27, 1905–December 23, 1941) was a Marine Corps aviator. He was the first aviator to receive the Medal of Honor during World War II, for his heroism in the defense of Wake Island. The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the MEDAL OF HONOR posthumously to CAPTAIN HENRY T. ELROD UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS for service as set forth in the following CITATION: … Continue reading OCS Aviation Contracts: Listen Up