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World War II Honoree

World War II Veteran

Fred L. Balthaser

Branch of Service

U.S. Navy

Hometown

Columbus, Ohio

Honored By

Honor Flight Columbus

Branch Seal
Activity During WWII

Armed Guard with Naval Gun Crew on Merchant ships attached to fleet. Participated in invasions of Gilbert Islands, Marshall Islands, Saipan, Peleliu, Truk and Borneo. Made several trips to Australia, Philippine Islands, and New Guinea. Service time: 1943-1946. Rank: Gunner's Mate 2nd Class.