Branch of Service
U.S. Army
Hometown
Decatur, Indiana
Honored By
Hope E. Feasel Kelly
Relationship
Granddaughter
HE SERVED IN THE 101ST INFANTRY DIVISION, COMPANY K, 26TH ARMORED DIVISION DURING THE BATTLE OF THE BULGE. HE WAS A PLATOON LEADER. HE RECEIVED THE PURPLE HEART MEDAL ON NOVEMBER 27, 1944 AND A BRONZE CLUSTER ON DECEMBER 2, 1944 FOR THE WOUNDS HE RECEIVED IN ACTION IN FRANCE. HE WAS HONORABLY DISCHARGED ON NOVEMBER 8, 1945.