Branch of Service
U.S. Army
Hometown
Harrisonburg, Virginia
Honored By
Carlos J. Bennington
Inducted into Federal Service with 29th Division Vanguard on February 3, 1941. Trained at Fort Meade, Maryland. Discharged upon completion of six year enlistment, Sergeant. Due to family status and essential occupation, was not recalled. Served in Virginia State Guard until disbanded. Enlisted in reactivated Vanguard, April 1947 to June 30, 1956. Transferred to U.S. Army reserves. Retired on April 26, 1975, Chief Warrant Officer 4. More than 12 years, strictly volunteer service.