World War II Honoree

Evest J. Bellanger, Jr.

Branch of Service

U.S. Army

Hometown

Port Arthur, Texas

Honored By

Evest J. Bellanger

Relationship

Wife

36th Infantry Division, Major. Enlisted in first call up of draft with 36th Infantry Division. Advanced from Private to Major. Attended officer school before being promoted rapidly because of qualities. Served until end of the war. Received many awards. Served as Commander Lieutenant Colonel in U.S. Army National Guard, Engineer and Airborne Division until retirement.