Branch of Service
U.S. Army
Hometown
New Castle, Indiana
Honored By
Mr. & Mrs. James L. Tinkel
Drafted 2-8-45, expert Rifleman status, shipped out on board a Liberty Ship. While at sea the war ended and his ship was diverted to the Philippine Islands for Occupational Forces Training. He was then transported on board the USS Samuel Chase to Hokkaido Island, Sapporo, Japan for Occupation Duty. Separated 1-30-46.