World War II Honoree

James J. Ash

Branch of Service

U.S. Army

Hometown

Mishawaka, Indiana

Honored By

Ms. Virginia B. Ash Birky

Relationship

Wife

Served with Company D of the 102nd Infantry Regiment in Manila, Caledonia, Bora Bora, Ryukyus, Okinawa and Korea for 25 months. Non-Commissioned Officer in charge of 8 other enlisted personnel. Directed the action of a 105mm Howitzer in combat as to the tactical employment of the weapon. As a rifleman placed fire upon portions of enemy lines and specific targets to destroy personnel and equipment. Familiar with camouflage and the use of other small arms weapons as a means of protection against the enemy.