Robert Tills, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
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He was the first American naval officer killed during the Battle of the Philippines and had a ship named after him in his honor.
Date of Birth: 09-Mar-1918
Place of Birth: Manitowoc, Wisconsin, United States
Date of Death: 08-Dec-1941
Profession: military officer
Nationality: United States
Zodiac Sign: Pisces 
About Robert Tills
- Robert George Tills (9 March 1918 – 8 December 1941) was an officer and pilot of the United States Navy who became the first American naval officer killed during the Battle of the Philippines and had a ship named after him in his honor.
- His body was lost at sea during the battle and was recovered in November 2007 and officially identified in December 2008.
- He was buried at Arlington National Cemetery on 23 March 2009 with full military honors.
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