World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
Paul M. Fletcher, Jr.
Branch of Service
U.S. Army
Hometown
Wood-ridge, New Jersey
Honored By
Dr. Arlie R. Smith
Relationship
Son-in-law
Parachutist in the 501st Parachute Regiment attached to the 101st Airborne Division in Europe. Participated in the Normandy Invasion. Made a parachute drop behind enemy lines on June 5, 1944. Wounded twice in September 1944. Unit participated in the Normandy, Ardennes and Bastogne campaigns. Enlisted November 1942. Discharge November 1945.