World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
Gilbert J. Negrette
Branch of Service
U.S. Army
Hometown
Los Angeles, California
Honored By
Mrs. Angela M. Negrette
SERVED WITH THE 169TH INFANTRY REGIMENT. 3 YEARS IN THE SOUTH PACIFIC; SOLOMON ISLANDS, NEW GUINEA AND PHILIPPINES. LED TROOPS, CO COMMANDER IN 4 MAJOR CAMPAIGNS. WAS WOUNDED AND RECEIVED THE PURPLE HEART AND BRONZE STAR.