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World War II Honoree

World War II Veteran

Lester Colness

Branch of Service

U.S. Army

Hometown

Rothsay, Minnesota

Honored By

Mrs. Azora Colness

Relationship

Wife

Branch Seal
Activity During WWII

Served in the Cavalry. Participated in the campaigns in Germany, Normandy and Northern France. Drove an armored car, was a carbine expert. Lost his leg November 4, 1943, in Germany. Awarded the American Defense ribbon, European-African-Middle Eastern Theatre Ribbon with 3 Bronze Campaign Stars, Good Conduct Medal and the Purple Heart.