World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
George J. Cushwa, Jr.
Branch of Service
U.S. Army
Hometown
Thomasville, North Carolina
Honored By
Ms. Rachel Cushwa
Served with the 511th Parachute Infantry, Company D. Served in New Guinea, Southern Philippines and Luzon. Received the Bronze Star Medal, 2 Purple Hearts, and Distinguished Unit Badge. First to go into Japan.