WAR DEPARTMENT
THE ADJUTANT GENERAL'S OFFICE
WASHINGTON 25, D.C.
AGPC-O 201 Nelson, Jessie J. 27 July 1945
Mrs. W.J. Baggett
Route One
Ida, Louisiana
Dear Mrs.Baggett:
It is with profound regret that I confirm the recent telegram informing you of the death of your brother, Private First Class Jessie J. Nelson, 17,014,244, Infantry, who was previously reported missing in action in the Philippine Islands from the date of the surrender of Corregidor, 7 May 1942.
An official message has now been received which states that he died on 8 July 1942 in a Prisoner of War camp in the Philippine Islands as a result of malaria, dysentery and malnutrition.
I realize the great suspense you have endured during this unfortunately long period and now, the finality to those hopes which you have cherished for his safety. Although little may be said or done at this time to alleviate your grief, it is my fervent hope that later the knowledge that he gave his life for his country may be sustaining comfort to you.
I extend my profound sympathy in your bereavement.
Sincerely yours,
EDWARD F. WITSELL
Major General
Acting The Adjutant General of the Army
Jessie J. Nelson
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Service # 17014244
31st Infantry Regiment
Died: 8-Jul-42
Buried at: Plot N Row 9 Grave 62
THE ADJUTANT GENERAL'S OFFICE
WASHINGTON 25, D.C.
AGPC-O 201 Nelson, Jessie J. 27 July 1945
Mrs. W.J. Baggett
Route One
Ida, Louisiana
Dear Mrs.Baggett:
It is with profound regret that I confirm the recent telegram informing you of the death of your brother, Private First Class Jessie J. Nelson, 17,014,244, Infantry, who was previously reported missing in action in the Philippine Islands from the date of the surrender of Corregidor, 7 May 1942.
An official message has now been received which states that he died on 8 July 1942 in a Prisoner of War camp in the Philippine Islands as a result of malaria, dysentery and malnutrition.
I realize the great suspense you have endured during this unfortunately long period and now, the finality to those hopes which you have cherished for his safety. Although little may be said or done at this time to alleviate your grief, it is my fervent hope that later the knowledge that he gave his life for his country may be sustaining comfort to you.
I extend my profound sympathy in your bereavement.
Sincerely yours,
EDWARD F. WITSELL
Major General
Acting The Adjutant General of the Army
Jessie J. Nelson
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Service # 17014244
31st Infantry Regiment
Died: 8-Jul-42
Buried at: Plot N Row 9 Grave 62
WAR DEPARTMENT
THE ADJUTANT GENERAL'S OFFICE
WASHINGTON 25, D.C.
AGPC-O 201 Nelson, Jessie J. 27 July 1945
Mrs. W.J. Baggett
Route One
Ida, Louisiana
Dear Mrs.Baggett:
It is with profound regret that I confirm the recent telegram informing you of the death of your brother, Private First Class Jessie J. Nelson, 17,014,244, Infantry, who was previously reported missing in action in the Philippine Islands from the date of the surrender of Corregidor, 7 May 1942.
An official message has now been received which states that he died on 8 July 1942 in a Prisoner of War camp in the Philippine Islands as a result of malaria, dysentery and malnutrition.
I realize the great suspense you have endured during this unfortunately long period and now, the finality to those hopes which you have cherished for his safety. Although little may be said or done at this time to alleviate your grief, it is my fervent hope that later the knowledge that he gave his life for his country may be sustaining comfort to you.
I extend my profound sympathy in your bereavement.
Sincerely yours,
EDWARD F. WITSELL
Major General
Acting The Adjutant General of the Army
Jessie J. Nelson
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Service # 17014244
31st Infantry Regiment
Died: 8-Jul-42
Buried at: Plot N Row 9 Grave 62
THE ADJUTANT GENERAL'S OFFICE
WASHINGTON 25, D.C.
AGPC-O 201 Nelson, Jessie J. 27 July 1945
Mrs. W.J. Baggett
Route One
Ida, Louisiana
Dear Mrs.Baggett:
It is with profound regret that I confirm the recent telegram informing you of the death of your brother, Private First Class Jessie J. Nelson, 17,014,244, Infantry, who was previously reported missing in action in the Philippine Islands from the date of the surrender of Corregidor, 7 May 1942.
An official message has now been received which states that he died on 8 July 1942 in a Prisoner of War camp in the Philippine Islands as a result of malaria, dysentery and malnutrition.
I realize the great suspense you have endured during this unfortunately long period and now, the finality to those hopes which you have cherished for his safety. Although little may be said or done at this time to alleviate your grief, it is my fervent hope that later the knowledge that he gave his life for his country may be sustaining comfort to you.
I extend my profound sympathy in your bereavement.
Sincerely yours,
EDWARD F. WITSELL
Major General
Acting The Adjutant General of the Army
Jessie J. Nelson
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Service # 17014244
31st Infantry Regiment
Died: 8-Jul-42
Buried at: Plot N Row 9 Grave 62
Gravesite Details
Entered the service from Arkansas. World War II and Korean Conflict Veterans Interred Overseas.
