World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
William J. Hatfield
Branch of Service
U.S. Marine Corps
Hometown
Irving, Texas
Honored By
Ms. Ruby Brien
Relationship
Sister
With the 1st Parachute Battalion in 2 campaigns. Then the 5th Marine Division, 26th regiment on February 19, 1945. Was a Sergeant and a squad leader. Landed in the first wave on Iwo Jima. Wounded on March 2. Now deceased.