World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
Richard A. Wintz
Branch of Service
U.S. Army
Hometown
Hartington, Nebraska
Honored By
Mr. and Mrs. Jerry and Kristi Wintz
Relationship
Son
MEMBER OF THE 2ND RANGER BATTALION THAT CLIMBED THE CLIFFS AT POINT DU HOC ON D-DAY. IN ACTION ACROSS EUROPE, BATTLE OF THE BULGE - HILL 400. RECEIVED THE SILVER STAR FOR HIS EXPLOITS ON D-DAY AND LATER RECEIVED THE PURPLE HEART.