World War II Honoree

Gilbert W. Hoag

Branch of Service

U.S. Army

Hometown

Sacramento, California

Honored By

Mr. George Sanders

Relationship

Friend

Served on USS Tuscaloosa and LST 1091, Invasion Normandy and the Pacific. Assigned to a Company Mess Hall, as a 1st Cook (400 men). Also assigned to a Transport Ship, Supervising the preparation of all meals. Advised cooks as to procedure for cooking meals. American Theatre Service Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Service Medal, Philippine Liberation Medal with one Bronze Service Star, Good Conduct Medal and Victory Medal.