We are short-staffed due to the holiday! If you need help with the digitizing equipment, please call 801-422-6200 to ensure you reserve a scanner when assistance is available. Thank you for your patience! .
Born: 9 August 1924, Delta, Millard, Utah, United States Died: 23 September 1944, Peleliu, Palau Served In: World War II Branch of Service: Marine Rank: Sergeant Service Notes: He served with a Marine night bombing squadron during World War II. During the brutal fighting around Bloody Nose Ridge on Peleliu, he stepped beyond his regular duties and volunteered to serve as a stretcher bearer, helping carry wounded Marines from the battlefield. While performing this dangerous act of service, he was struck and killed by a sniper’s bullet. He was only 20 years old.
