Who received the first Medal of Honor in world war 2?

The first Medal of Honor recipient in World War II was Lieutenant Colonel James Doolittle. He was awarded the medal for his leadership during the Doolittle Raid on Tokyo on April 18, 1942, which was the first air raid conducted by the United States on the Japanese mainland. The raid, although causing limited damage, served as a significant morale booster for the American public. Doolittle's leadership and bravery during this mission earned him the prestigious honor.