Son of John Henry Thomas and Emma Stanton Wise.
April 23, 1945
Mrs. Emma Mills
DeQueen, Arkansas
Dear Madam:
On behalf of every officer and enlisted man of this company, I wish to express my deepest sympathy to you in the death of your son, Private Nathaniel H. Thomas.
On April 3, 1945, our company while assisting in the liberation of the Philippine Islands was carrying out an offensive against the enemy near Camp #3, Mountain Province, Luzon, Philippine Islands. Heavy enemy fire was encountered while bringing about the destruction of the enemy force. During the action, Nathaniel was hit and seriously wounded by small arms fire. Medical aid men attached to our company administered first aid and then, due to the seriousness of the injury, they rushed him to a station hospital. Here skilled surgeons with all the aid of medical science did all in their power to save your son's life, but all their efforts proved futile as death followed later in the same day.
Full military honors, the highest tribute that can be paid one who gallantly gave his life in the services of his country, were extended your son at funeral services conducted by the Protestant Chaplain. Interment was made in the beautiful Military Cemetery No. 1 at Santa Barbara, in the province of Pangasinan, Luzon, Philippine Islands.
Nathaniel was a good soldier. He was well liked and had many friends throughout the company. Recently he was awarded the coveted Combat Infantryman's Badge for the demonstrating skill and bravery in the face of the enemy. We will miss your son, Mrs. Mills, not just as a brave and courageous soldier, but more as a friend, whose passing is a deep and personal loss to all of us.
Through Nathaniel you have given your most priceless gift for the preservation and perpetuation of our beloved country. May the almighty God comfort you and give you strength in this your hour of deepest sorrow.
Very truly yours,
Clifford E. Fox
Captain, Infantry
Commanding
Nathaniel was awared the Purple Heart posthumously.
April 23, 1945
Mrs. Emma Mills
DeQueen, Arkansas
Dear Madam:
On behalf of every officer and enlisted man of this company, I wish to express my deepest sympathy to you in the death of your son, Private Nathaniel H. Thomas.
On April 3, 1945, our company while assisting in the liberation of the Philippine Islands was carrying out an offensive against the enemy near Camp #3, Mountain Province, Luzon, Philippine Islands. Heavy enemy fire was encountered while bringing about the destruction of the enemy force. During the action, Nathaniel was hit and seriously wounded by small arms fire. Medical aid men attached to our company administered first aid and then, due to the seriousness of the injury, they rushed him to a station hospital. Here skilled surgeons with all the aid of medical science did all in their power to save your son's life, but all their efforts proved futile as death followed later in the same day.
Full military honors, the highest tribute that can be paid one who gallantly gave his life in the services of his country, were extended your son at funeral services conducted by the Protestant Chaplain. Interment was made in the beautiful Military Cemetery No. 1 at Santa Barbara, in the province of Pangasinan, Luzon, Philippine Islands.
Nathaniel was a good soldier. He was well liked and had many friends throughout the company. Recently he was awarded the coveted Combat Infantryman's Badge for the demonstrating skill and bravery in the face of the enemy. We will miss your son, Mrs. Mills, not just as a brave and courageous soldier, but more as a friend, whose passing is a deep and personal loss to all of us.
Through Nathaniel you have given your most priceless gift for the preservation and perpetuation of our beloved country. May the almighty God comfort you and give you strength in this your hour of deepest sorrow.
Very truly yours,
Clifford E. Fox
Captain, Infantry
Commanding
Nathaniel was awared the Purple Heart posthumously.
Son of John Henry Thomas and Emma Stanton Wise.
April 23, 1945
Mrs. Emma Mills
DeQueen, Arkansas
Dear Madam:
On behalf of every officer and enlisted man of this company, I wish to express my deepest sympathy to you in the death of your son, Private Nathaniel H. Thomas.
On April 3, 1945, our company while assisting in the liberation of the Philippine Islands was carrying out an offensive against the enemy near Camp #3, Mountain Province, Luzon, Philippine Islands. Heavy enemy fire was encountered while bringing about the destruction of the enemy force. During the action, Nathaniel was hit and seriously wounded by small arms fire. Medical aid men attached to our company administered first aid and then, due to the seriousness of the injury, they rushed him to a station hospital. Here skilled surgeons with all the aid of medical science did all in their power to save your son's life, but all their efforts proved futile as death followed later in the same day.
Full military honors, the highest tribute that can be paid one who gallantly gave his life in the services of his country, were extended your son at funeral services conducted by the Protestant Chaplain. Interment was made in the beautiful Military Cemetery No. 1 at Santa Barbara, in the province of Pangasinan, Luzon, Philippine Islands.
Nathaniel was a good soldier. He was well liked and had many friends throughout the company. Recently he was awarded the coveted Combat Infantryman's Badge for the demonstrating skill and bravery in the face of the enemy. We will miss your son, Mrs. Mills, not just as a brave and courageous soldier, but more as a friend, whose passing is a deep and personal loss to all of us.
Through Nathaniel you have given your most priceless gift for the preservation and perpetuation of our beloved country. May the almighty God comfort you and give you strength in this your hour of deepest sorrow.
Very truly yours,
Clifford E. Fox
Captain, Infantry
Commanding
Nathaniel was awared the Purple Heart posthumously.
April 23, 1945
Mrs. Emma Mills
DeQueen, Arkansas
Dear Madam:
On behalf of every officer and enlisted man of this company, I wish to express my deepest sympathy to you in the death of your son, Private Nathaniel H. Thomas.
On April 3, 1945, our company while assisting in the liberation of the Philippine Islands was carrying out an offensive against the enemy near Camp #3, Mountain Province, Luzon, Philippine Islands. Heavy enemy fire was encountered while bringing about the destruction of the enemy force. During the action, Nathaniel was hit and seriously wounded by small arms fire. Medical aid men attached to our company administered first aid and then, due to the seriousness of the injury, they rushed him to a station hospital. Here skilled surgeons with all the aid of medical science did all in their power to save your son's life, but all their efforts proved futile as death followed later in the same day.
Full military honors, the highest tribute that can be paid one who gallantly gave his life in the services of his country, were extended your son at funeral services conducted by the Protestant Chaplain. Interment was made in the beautiful Military Cemetery No. 1 at Santa Barbara, in the province of Pangasinan, Luzon, Philippine Islands.
Nathaniel was a good soldier. He was well liked and had many friends throughout the company. Recently he was awarded the coveted Combat Infantryman's Badge for the demonstrating skill and bravery in the face of the enemy. We will miss your son, Mrs. Mills, not just as a brave and courageous soldier, but more as a friend, whose passing is a deep and personal loss to all of us.
Through Nathaniel you have given your most priceless gift for the preservation and perpetuation of our beloved country. May the almighty God comfort you and give you strength in this your hour of deepest sorrow.
Very truly yours,
Clifford E. Fox
Captain, Infantry
Commanding
Nathaniel was awared the Purple Heart posthumously.
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