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PFC Harlan J. Whitlock, WWII Veteran joined the United States Army in 1943 and served until 1945 when the war was over.
During WWII, he was in Germany, France, Luxembourg, and Czechoslovakia.
Read moreThe 45th Infantry Division gained its nickname, “Thunderbird” division, from the gold thunderbird. This Native American symbol became the division’s insignia in 1939.
Read moreLarkin Byrd served in the U.S. Marine Corps for 4 years, which included overseas trips to Japan. “I decided to join because it was either that, or stay in Wewoka and get into trouble,” Larkin said.
Read moreIt is fitting that on Memorial Day we remember those who served — and died — in military service to America. But for one local World War II veteran and centenarian, the celebration of a long life well lived is also in order.
Read moreDid you know that 151 years ago today, the Medal of Honor was created? As the highest military honor in the United States, the Medal of Honor awards individuals for personal acts of valor above and beyond the call of duty.
Read moreJohn Wayne passed away more than 30 years ago, and his spoken word recording was last available at that time.
Read moreOn a beautiful spring day over a hundred years ago, a hero was born.
Harold Leo Turner was born May 5, 1898, in Aurora, Mo., but called Seminole County, Okla., his home all his life.
Read moreType of Loss
The type of casualty is indicated by the symbol at the right of each column. They are as follows:
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