William served as a Gunner's Mate First Class, U.S.S. LCI(L)-471, U.S. Navy during World War II.
He resided in Belknap County, New Hampshire prior to the war.
LCI(L)-471 was part of the Invasion force for Iwo Jima during the war.
William was "Killed In Action" in this invasion.
He was awarded the Purple Heart.
He was buried at sea.
Service # 2019761
Bio by:
Russell S. "Russ" Pickett
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William served as a Gunner's Mate First Class, U.S.S. LCI(L)-471, U.S. Navy during World War II.
He resided in Belknap County, New Hampshire prior to the war.
LCI(L)-471 was part of the Invasion force for Iwo Jima during the war.
William was "Killed In Action" in this invasion.
He was awarded the Purple Heart.
He was buried at sea.
Service # 2019761
Bio by:
Russell S. "Russ" Pickett
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