World War II Honoree
Killed in World War II
John Gene Powell
Branch of Service
U.S. Army
Hometown
Geff, Illinois
Honored By
Marsha J. Stennett
Relationship
Niece
RECEIVED 2 PURPLE HEARTS -- 1ST FOR BEING WOUNDED IN ANZIO MARCH 1, 1944; 2ND FOR BEING KILLED IN THE LINE OF DUTY ON AUGUST 15, INVASION OF NICE, FRANCE. SERVED WITH COMPANY G, 30TH INFANTRY, 3RD DIVISION.