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# Joseph T. O'Callahan

(1905–1964)   Military Officer

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Joseph T. O'Callahan was a military officer.

## Quick Facts About Joseph T. O'Callahan

Born May 14, 1905

Died March 18, 1964

Profession Military Officer

## About Joseph T. O'Callahan

Jesuit United States Navy chaplin (1905-1964)... \| Joseph Timothy O'Callahan was a Jesuit priest and, during World War II, a United States Navy chaplain. He was awarded the U.S. military's highest decoration, the Medal of Honor, for his actions during and after an attack on the aircraft carrier aboard which he was serving, USS Franklin.

##  Quotes by Joseph T. O'Callahan

> [Many who think that they are taking life seriously are actually only taking themselves seriously. Who takes himself seriously is over conscious…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/joseph-t-o-callahan/many-who-think-that-they-are-taking-life-seriously-are-actually-only/)

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