Branch of Service
U.S. Army
Hometown
Chicago, Illinois
Honored By
Mrs. Mary Puricelli
Relationship
Sister
Drafted at 18 1/2 years old into the Army. Stationed in France then crossed over to Germany into Mainz, crossing the Rhine River after the Battle of the Bulge. Was pinned down from enemy fire for some hours. Served 2 years and returned to the States in 1946.