World War II Honoree

Ben Goicoechea

Branch of Service

U.S. Army

Hometown

Elko, Nevada

Honored By

Mrs. Florence Goicoechea

Relationship

Sister-in-law

Served under General Patton. Drafted in 1941, released September 1945. Injured in Africa, sent home to recover and sent back. Served in Italy, France and Germany. Served in Infantry Armored 15th Battalion, was a driver in the 736th Tank Battalion. Served in Africa then Rhineland. Was a scout and mechanic. Bronze Star, European-African-Middle Eastern Service Medal.