World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
Joseph P. Nelson, M.D.
Branch of Service
U.S. Army
Hometown
Chappaqua, New York
Honored By
Ms. Rita P. Nelson
Relationship
Wife
Was a Physician, Battalion Surgeon. Served five years in North Africa invasion and Italy up to Anzio. Received Purple Heart, Oak Leaf Cluster, Bronze Star and Combat Medical Badge.