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It 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.
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John Wayne passed away more than 30 years ago, and his spoken word recording was last available at that time.
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On 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:
Read moreRoland Oscar Wells. He was born Sept. 18, 1914 in Hanna, Okla. Grandpa enlisted in the Oklahoma National Guard in 1940. He used to tell me that was when he got his first pair of shoes.
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Jonas Burgess served in the United States Army from 1943-1945. He undertook his training in North Carolina at Camp Butner 78th Division. During his tour of duty, he spent time in Normandy and earned a Bronze Star and five Campaign Ribbons.
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When Freeland “Rusty” Carbitcher enlisted in the United States Army at the age of 18, he didn’t know he would be later listed as MIA. During an outpost transfer, he went one way towards Quan Loi and his papers went somewhere else.
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