World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
George Ryoji Yamada
Branch of Service
U.S. Army
Hometown
Los Angeles, California
Honored By
Roger L. Eaton
Relationship
Son-in-law
SERVED WITH THE 232ND ENGINEERS WHICH WAS ATTACHED TO THE 442ND REGIMENTAL COMBAT TEAM IN ITALY AND FRANCE. WOUNDED BY A LAND MINE DURING THE BATTLE OF BRUYERES IN FRANCE FOR WHICH HE RECEIVED THE PURPLE HEART CITATION.