World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
Louis V. Petrelia, Sr.
Branch of Service
U.S. Navy
Hometown
Manhattan, New York
Honored By
Michael Lynett
During WWII he served as a Naval Armed Guard (Gunner's Mate) on the SS Irvin S. Cobb (Liberty Ship MC-2491) for the Navy. He received many medals for his service including a Commendation from the French Government in the Battle of the Bulge.