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World War II Honoree

World War II Veteran

Alexander J. Petrone

Branch of Service

U.S. Army

Hometown

Rensselaer, New York

Honored By

Michael J. Lynett

Branch Seal
Activity During WWII

Drafted into the U.S. Army May 16, 1944. He was shipped to England to Company A, 765th Railway Shop Battalion. They were detailed to repair and maintain the steam locomotives that were a vital part of supplying the troops across Europe during WWII. The 765th was attached to support General Patton’s 3rd Army movements.