World War II Honoree

Killed in World War II

Branch of Service

U.S. Army

Hometown

Alton, Illinois

Honored By

Mary R. Getz

Relationship

Sister

Activity During WWII

TECHNICIAN 5TH GRADE. COMPANY A, 720TH RAILWAY OPERATING BATTALION. KILLED IN ACTION IN FRANCE ON AUGUST 9, 1944. AWARDED THE PURPLE HEART MEDAL.