World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
John W. Whitaker, Jr.
Branch of Service
U.S. Army
Hometown
Hanley, Texas
Honored By
Mr. Michael Blanton
Relationship
Son-in-law
HALTED MULTIPLE TANK ATTACK WITH HIS GUN CREW, SHORTLY AFTER THE LANDING AT SALERNO. DURING THIS ENGAGEMENT HE WAS SEVERELY WOUNDED.