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World War II Honoree

World War II Veteran

John E. Norman

Branch of Service

U.S. Army

Hometown

Denver, Colorado

Honored By

Mr. & Mrs. John E. Norman

Branch Seal
Activity During WWII

Air Cadet training; ruled out for poor color perception. Offered Officer Candidate School (OCS) training 3 times but declined each offer. Served in the 1st Cavalry Division, 7th Cavalry Regimental Band as combat front line litter bearer, having no injuries but close calls. After Australia and New Guinea, saw combat in Bismark Archipelago and Philippine Islands with four major beachheads. Played in division band at official flag raising ceremony at the American Embassy in Tokyo, Japan led by 5 star General Douglas MacArthur and other generals and high ranking officers.