Branch of Service
U.S. Army
Hometown
Rockdale, Texas
Honored By
William H. Nicholson
34th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division. Enlisted as Private in the Coast Artillery Anti-Aircraft Division, went to Officer Candidate School. Became Second Lieutenant, was transferred to Infantry. Taught trainees most of his 3 years and 9 months of service. Served overseas in the Philippines and Japan. Discharged as Captain, Infantry Company Commander.