World War II Honoree

Leland S. Gregerson

Branch of Service

U.S. Army

Hometown

Pintura, Utah

Honored By

Eric R. Gregerson

Relationship

Son

SERVED AS CARGO OFFICER ABOARD THE SS JAMES G. BLAINE, CONVOY MKS-21 WHICH WON ITS BATTLE STAR IN ACTION OFF THE COAST OF ALMERIA, SPAIN AUGUST 13, 1943. SUPPORTED THE LANDING AT SALERNO, ITALY SEPTEMBER 9-21, 1943. SERVED AS PLATOON LEADER IN THE 3625TH TRUCK COMPANY WHICH SUPPORTED OPERATIONS AT OMAHA BEACH, FRANCE AND LOGISTICAL TRANSPORT IN THE RED BALL EXPRESS.