World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
James E. Fernandez
Branch of Service
U.S. Army
Hometown
Oakland, California
Honored By
Mrs. Tina L. Fernandez
Relationship
Wife
Served with the 439th Army Services Forces Band in the Continental U.S. as a drummer. In charge of dance bands of 14 men, took part in many United Service Organizations (USO) shows, acted as librarian for the band, maintained and repaired all types of percussion instruments.