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Born at Rice Lake, Wisconsin, April 1, 1890. He was the son of J. P. Adams, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted April 14, 1917, in Troop K, transferred to Battery B. Sent from Camp MacArthur to Newport News in charge of officer's horses. There transferred to a headquarters company. Nearly a year overseas service.Ammerman, Don
Born at West Lima, Wisconsin, September 11, 1893. He was the son of Isaac and Minnie Ammerman, Route 3, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service April 28, 1917, at Superior, Wisconsin in Troop K, 2nd United States Cavalry. Trained at Fort Ethan Allen, Vermont. Sailed for France on March 22, 1918. Promoted to corporal and then to Sergeant. Battles participated in: Attached to 26th Division on the Toul Front and at St. Mihiel. Landed in United States June 29th, 1919. Mustered out July 10, 1919.Ammerman, Ed
ArmyAmmerman, Frederic
Born at Island Lake, Wisconsin, September 7, 1898. He was the son of Isaac and Minnie Ammerman, Ladysmith, R 3. Entered service at Superior, Wisconsin on April 28, 1917, in Machine Gun Troop, 2nd United States Cavalry. Trained at Fort Ethan Allen, Vermont. Sailed for France on March 22, 1918. Promoted to Corporal then to Sergeant. In action on St. Mihiel Front. Landed in United States June 29, 1919. Mustered out July 10, 1919.Ammerman, Ross
Born at West Lima, Wisconsin, February 19, 1891. He was the son of Isaac and Minnie Ammerman, Ladysmith, R 3. Entered service at Superior, April 28, 1917, in Troop K, 2nd United States Cavalry. Trained at Fort Ethan Allen, Vermont. Sailed for France on March 22, 1918. Promoted to Head Saddler. In engagement on Toul and St. Mihiel Fronts. Landed in United States June 29, 1919. Mustered out July 10, 1919.Anderson, Edwin
Born at Algoma, Wisconsin, May 25, 1889. He was the son of Andrew and Carrie Anderson, Weyerhaeuser, Wisconsin. Entered service at Weyerhaeuser, Wisconsin on September 17, 1917 in Q. M. Corps. Assigned to duty at Camp Custer, Michigan, and remained there until discharged January 28, 1919.Anderson, Frank E.
ArmyAnderson, Frederick Walter
Born at Chicago, Illinois, October 14, 1894. He was the son of C. V. and Mary Anderson, Weyerhaeuser, Wisconsin. Entered the service on December 8, 1917, at Chicago in the Supply Company, 46th F. A. Trained at Fort Baker, California. Sailed for France on October 14, 1918. Promoted to Corporal, to Sergeant, and then to Supply Sergeant. Transferred to Artillery School, to Supply Company 4th F. A. Camp Fustis, Virginia. Landed in United States February 11, 1919. Mustered out February 26, 1919.Anderson, Gustave Albert
Born at Vaimland, Sweden, February 11, 1894. He was the son of John A. and Christian Anderson, Weyerhaeuser, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith, Wisconsin on May 1, 1918. Assigned to Company H, 53rd Infantry Trained at Camp Wadsworth, South Carolina. Sailed for France July 6, 1918. Transferred to Company G, 52nd Infantry Participated in enemy attack at Sondernach, Alsace, October 4, 1918. Ill with flu October 23, to November 22, 1918, in France. Landed in United States June 12, and mustered out June 24, 1919.Anderson, Harry
Born at Marinette, Wisconsin, January 22, 1895. He was the son of John Anderson, Weyerhaeuser, Wisconsin. Entered service August 23, 1917, at Minneapolis, Minnesota. Assigned to Company 1, Depot Brigade, Fort Levenworth. Trained at Fort Levenworth, and Fort Wood. Sailed for France December 11, 1917. Transferred to 101st Field Signal Batn. Company C, 26th Division Promoted to Corporal. Battles participated in: Toul Sector, Seicheprey, Chemin des Dames, Chateau Thierry, St. Mihiel, Verdun, and Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States April 17, 1919. Mustered out April 29, 1919.Andress, Roy Bertrand
Born at Lohville, Iowa. He was the son of J. A. and E. Andress, Bruce, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ladysmith, Wisconsin on May 25, 1918. Assigned to 86th Division. Transferred to Detachment Q. M. C. Sub Depot No. 3. Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Ill September 23, Liverpool, England. Landed in United States July 22, and was mustered out July 29, 1919.Arnold, Suel O.
Born at Whitney, Iowa, July 11, 1897. He was the son of W. B. Arnold, Ingram, Wisconsin. Graduate of Ladysmith High School, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until shortly before the Armistice. Promoted to rank of Corporal. Ill with rheumatism, October 6 to October 27, 1918. Mustered out, April 25, 1919.Aspheug, Christian E.
Born in Norway, January 20, 1887. He was the son of Cornelius and Ellen Aspheug. Entered service October 12, 1917 at Great Falls, Montana in Company G. 163rd Infantry, 41st Division Trained at Camp Lewis, Washington. Sailed for France December 20, 1917. Transferred to Company G, 127th Infantry. In all battles of 32nd Division up to October 4, 1918. Wounded August 3, 1918, at Chateau Thierry, by a machine gun bullet, in right thigh; and on October 4, in Argonne Forest, three fingers on left hand wounded by machine gun bullet. Landed in United States on December 24, 1918. Mustered out January 25, 1919.Atwood, Harry
Born at Chetek, Wisconsin, May 23, 1895. He was the son of Walter L. and Nettie Atwood, Bruce, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith, Wisconsin on July 23, 1918. Assigned to Company K, 342nd Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France, September 8, 1918. Transferred to Headquarters Company, 7th Division Occupied Puvenell Sector. Landed in United States June 27, 1919. Mustered out July 9, 1919.Atwood, John
Born at Chetek, Wisconsin, March 20, 1892. He was the son of Walter L. and Nettie Atwood, Bruce, Wisconsin. Entered the service July 23, 1918, Ladysmith, Wisconsin and was assigned to Company K, 342nd Infantry Trained at Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Transferred to Company A, 342nd Infantry. Participated in battle of Meuse-Argonne. Ill with flu, October 20 to November 4, 1918, France. Landed in United States June 20, 1919. Mustered out June 28, 1919.Austin, Louis Oren
Born at Weston, Wisconsin, April 16, 1892. He was the son of William and Jennie Austin, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service July 23, 1918, at Ladysmith, Wisconsin and assigned to the 345 Depot Brigade, Camp Grant, Illinois, where he trained. Transferred to Motor Transportation Corps, 345th Company. Promoted to Corporal. Mustered out July 5, 1919.Auttskawitz, A.
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Badner, William
Born at Weyerhaeuser, Wisconsin, January 21, 1893. He was the son of Joseph. Badner. Entered the service at Twin Brooks, South Dakota, June 24, 1918, with Company L. 352nd Infantry. Trained at Camp Function. Sailed for France August 15th, 1918. Saw action in Haute-Alsace and before Metz. Landed in United States June 1st, 1919. Mustered out June 15th.Bailey, Fred
Born at Garden, Michigan, August 8, 1893. He was the son of Arthur and Nellie Bailey. Entered the service at Ladysmith, Wisconsin May 1, 1918, assigned to Company B. M. P., 6th Div, at Camp Wadsworth, Spartanburg, South Carolina. Transferred to Company B, 35th Batn. United States Guards, on guard duty four months in New Orleans, Louisiana. Mustered out December 31, 1918.Barfknecht, Fritz C.
Born at Ladysmith, Wisconsin, April 17, 1893. He was the son of Fritz and Ernestine Barfknecht. Entered the service on September 1, 1918, at Ladysmith, Wisconsin, assigned to the 23rd Company Jefferson Barracks, Missouri Mustered out December 8, 1918.Barfknecht, John F.
Born at Ladysmith, Wisconsin, December 1, 1889. He was the son of Fritz and Ernestine Barfknecht. Entered the service May 1, 1918, at Camp Wadsworth, South Carolina, and assigned to Company A, 53rd Infantry, 6th Division. Sailed for France, July 5, 1918. Saw action at St. Mihiel and the Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States June 12, 1919. Mustered out June 22, 1919.Barfknecht, Paul Frank
Born at Hawkins, Wisconsin, November 19, 1896. He was the son of Fritz and Ernestine Barfknecht, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service August 14, 1918 at Kansas City, and assigned to the 6th Company, Sweeney Auto School Training Detachment. Transferred to Walker Sanatorium, Evansville, Indiana. Ill with flu October 15, 1918 to April 6, 1919. Mustered out April 9, 1919.Barfknecht, Paul Herman
Born at Warner, Wisconsin, September 14, 1896. He was the son of Wilhelm and Louise Barfknecht, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith, Wisconsin October 24, 1918, and assigned to the 5th Company, 161st Depot Brigade at Camp Grant, Illinois. Mustered out December 27, 1918.Barnett, Walter Burton
Born at Whitney, Indiana, July 28, 1893. He was the son of William B. and Rhoda M. Barnett, Hawkins, Wisconsin. Graduate of high school and business college. Entered the service May 1, 1918, assigned to Headquarters. Company, 6th Supply Train at Camp Wadsworth, South Carolina. Sailed for France July 15, 1918. Promoted to Supply Sergeant. Saw action in the Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States June 22, 1919. Mustered out July 3, 1919.Barney, Adolord J.
Born at Turtle Lake, Wisconsin, July 13, 1886. He was the son of Joseph and Delina Barney, Amery, Wisconsin. Entered the service August 13, 1918, assigned to the United States A.A.S., which did duty with the French. Trained at Kansas City, Missouri, and Allentown, Pennsylvania. Sailed for France November 11, 1918. Promoted to Sergeant. Landed in United States June 4, 1919. Mustered out June 17, 1919.Bates, Carl D.
Born at Amacoy Lake, Wisconsin, August 15, 1892. He was the son of Robert and Martha Bates. Entered the service May 1, 1918, at Ladysmith, Wisconsin and assigned to Company A, 3rd Infantry at Camp Wadsworth, South Carolina. Sailed for France July 5, 1918. Promoted to Corporal. Saw action in the Meuse-Argonne and the Vosges. Landed in United States June 12, and was mustered out June 23, 1919.Bates, Rollo
Born at Baraboo, Wisconsin, October 12th, 1891. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Bates. Entered the service at Chicago, Illinois, February 26, 1917. Assigned to 3rd Company 161st Depot Brigade. Trained at Jefferson Barracks, Missouri, and Nogales, Arizona. Sailed for France June 11, 1917. Transferred to 35th Infantry. Was in the first Battle won by the American Forces in France on May 28th 1919 near Montdidier. Was gassed May 4th and May 28th, 1918. Landed in United States February 11, and was mustered out April 2, 1919.Bathke, Ervin Fredrick
Born at Springfield, Minnesota, September 2, 1896. He was the son of Fred and Susa Bathke, Route 1, Tony, Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B. Transferred to Hospital December 24, 1918. Sick December 24, 1918 to February 26, 1919. Landed in United States March 24, 1919. Mustered out April 9, 1919.Baumel, Frank
ArmyBeaulieu, Abraham
Born at Flambeau, Wisconsin, May 12, 1893. He was the son of Delor and Josephine Beaulieu. Enlisted in Troop K, July 16, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, to Company L, 1st A. H. R. to 219th M. P. Company Sailed for France May 25, 1918. Landed in America July 12, 1919. Mustered out July 19, 1919.Beaulieu, Reme Munroe
Born at Flambeau, Wisconsin, December 13, 1891. Son or Delor and Josephine Beaulieu, Hawkins, Wisconsin. Entered the service May 25, 1918 at Hawkins, Wisconsin, and was assigned to the Supply Company, 342nd Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Landed in United States July 9, 1919. Mustered out during August, 1919.Bell, Mahlon Dewey
Born at Lincoln, Indiana, May 23, 1897. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Perry Bell, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Kokomo, Indiana, July 3, 1917, in Company E, 152nd Infantry. Trained at Camp Shelby , Mississippi. Promoted to Corporal. Mustered out January 9, 1919.Berg, Herman A.
Born at Kewaunee, Wisconsin, July 10, 1890. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Berg, Sr. Entered the service at Camp Grant May 25, 1918, in Company M, 343 Infantry, transferred to 102nd Engineer Train. Sailed for France September 7, 1918. Ill, September 15, at Dartfort, England. Mustered out April 17, 1919.Berge, Henry
Born in Kossuth County, Iowa, November 14, 1895. He was the son of L. K. and Martha Berge, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Entered the service October 14, 1918, assigned to 10th C. A. C. Trained at Camp Nichols, Louisiana. Mustered out December 24, 1918.Berger, Arthur W.
Born at Apollonia, Wisconsin, July 29, 1896. He was the son of Axel and Emma C. Berger, Apollonia, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Fort Snelling, St. Paul, Minnesota, in Company B, 32nd Engineers. Trained at Camp Grant, and Fort Benjamin Harrison, Indiana. Transferred to 61st Engineers, to 1st Prov. Batn. Engineers, Fort Benjamin Harrison, Indiana. Promoted to Sergt. Major. Mustered out December 21st, 1918.Bergevin, Elmer A.
Born at Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. He was the son of Alex and Myrtle Bergevin, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith, Wisconsin May 25, 1918, assigned to 15th Company, 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant. Trained at Camp Grant, Fort Levenworth, and Camp Meade. Transferred to 427th Telegraph Btn., Company E. In hospital with broken arm December 26, 1918 to February 6, 1919, Camp Meade. Mustered out February 22, 1919.Bernard, Alvania E.
Born at Ashkum, Illinois, September 14, 1897. He was the son of Alfred and Lillie Bernard, Bruce, Wisconsin. Entered service July 5, 1917, in Company K, 164th Infantry. Trained at Fort Lincoln North Dakota. Sailed for France April 15, 1918. Transferred to 42nd Division to 26th Division. Saw action at Chateau Thierry, St. Mihiel, and Verdun. Promoted to corporal. Landed in United States April 6, and mustered out April 17, 1919.Bernard, Leroy L.
Born at Ashkum, Wisconsin, December 3, 1895. He was the son of Alfred and Lillie Bernard. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B. On horse detail. Sailed for France April 15, 1918. Promoted to rank of corporal. Remained with Battery until mustered out May 16, 1919.Berthiaume, Walter J.
Born at Flambeau, Wisconsin, July 15, 1886. He was the son of Mrs. Angeline Lambert. Entered the service at Duluth, Minnesota on August 15, 1917. Sailed for France April 2, 1918. Attached to Casual Company, at C. T. Center, No. 2, T. A., Lemonges, France. Landed in United States May 23, 1919. Mustered out on July 23, 1919.Bertrand, Claude L.
Born at Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, February 24, 1896. He was the son of John and Olivia Bertrand. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B. On horse detail, sailed for France April 15, 1918. Remained with Battery until mustered out May 16, 1919.Beyer, Fred E.
Born at Rice Lake, Wisconsin, October 8, 1896. He was the son of Emil and Ida Beyer, Bruce, Wisconsin. Entered the service July 29th, 1917, at Columbus, Ohio, in the 41st Aero Squadron. Trained at Selfridge Field, Michigan, and Gullane, Scotland. Sailed for France February 16, 1918. Saw action in the Meuse-Argonne. Landed in the United States June 25, 1919. Mustered out June 30, 1919. Re-enlisted on date of discharge for a period of one year, and was in the 88th Aero. Squadron.Biller, Ira Lewis
Born at Glenwood, Wisconsin, April 6, 1893. He was the son of Chris and Rhoda Biller, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Entered the service July 23, 1918 at Ladysmith, Wisconsin and assigned to Company, K, 342nd Infantry, at Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Transferred to 3rd Provisional Reg., Depot Service. Ill with the flu September 28 to October 20, 1918. Landed in United States July 7, and mustered out July 17, 1919.Biller, Lawrence C.
Born at Glen Flora, Wisconsin, March 9, 1899. He was the son of Chris and Rhoda Biller, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Sailed for France June 29, 1918. Transferred to Battalion B.; to Battalion C. 19th F. A.; to Company D 3rd Army R. Depot; to Company M. 148th Infantry to Battery B. 120th F. A. Battles participated in: Haute-Alsace; OiseAisne; and Meuse Argonne. Landed in United States May 4, 1919. Mustered out May 16, 1919.Bisson, Leo Adolph
Born at Ingram, Wisconsin, April 24, 1896. He was the son of Louis and Ida Bisson, Ingram, Wisconsin. Entered the service on July 23, 1918, at Camp Grant and was assigned to Company K, 342nd Infantry Sailed for France on September 9, 1918. Transferred to 4th Prov. Training Reg., to Company 8, A. S. C. Promoted to rank of Corporal. Ill with flu October 10 to 24th, St. Andre, France. Landed in United States July 5, and mustered out July 12, 1919.Bjerke, Elmer E.
Born at Cashton, Monroe County, Wisconsin, September 5, 1893. He was the son of Ole A. and Marie A. Bjerke, Weyerhaeuser, Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until mustered out, May 16, 1919.Blanchard, Everett E.
Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, February 3, 1897. He was the son of Howard T. and Ida J. Blanchard, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Graduate of Stanford University. Entered the service at Fort Winfield Scott, May 29, 1918, assigned to C. A. C. Casual Detach. Trained at Fort Winfield Scott and Fortress Monroe. Sick with flu October 25 to November 9, at Fortress Monroe, Virginia. Mustered out December 31, 1918.Blasko, Frank Joseph
Born at Connellsville, Pennsylvania, March 5, 1896. He was the son of John and Kate Blasko. Entered the service July 23, 1918 at Ladysmith and assigned to Company H, 342nd Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Landed in United States March 31, and mustered out April 23, 1919.Bliffert, Lester Louis
Born at Milwaukee, Wisconsin, September 11, 1896. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Bliffert, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Attended College of Agriculture two years. Entered the service August 31, 1918, being assigned to the 144 Eng., 101st Division Trained at Indianapolis Motor School and Camp Shelby, Miss. Promoted to rank of Sergeant. Mustered out January 1, 1919.Bloom, Ben G.
Born at Fairchild, Wisconsin, April 27, 1894. He was the son of Charles Bloom, Fairchild, Wisconsin Enlisted April 14, 1917, Troop K. Transferred to Battery B, to Casual Company Promoted to rank of corporal. Battles participated in: Haute-Alsace; Aisne-Marne; Oise-Aisne. Transferred to hospital because of ear trouble in August 1918. Date of arrival in United States and date of discharge not known.Bobg, Henry W.
ArmyBoldon, John
Born at Elroy, Wisconsin, April 10, 1891. He was the son of A. A. and Lizzie Boldon, Island Lake. Graduated from high school and attended college three years. Entered the service at Minneapolis, June 24, 1918, Company L, 344 Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Transferred to Company C., 112th M. P. Promoted to rank of sergeant. Saw action in Muese-Argonne and in Flanders. Gassed October 15, 1918. Was in a motorcycle accident February 8, 1919, at Dijon, France, fractured both bones above ankle in right foot. Landed in United States April 29, and mustered out July 30, 1919.Bolton, Rollie
Born in Vernon County, Wisconsin, December 27, 1895. He was the son of A. A. and Lizzie Boldon, Island Lake, Rusk County, Wisconsin. Entered the service July 24, 1918 at Sparta, Wisconsin, and was assigned to the Supply Company, 342nd Infantry, at Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Transferred to 102nd Guard Company (German prisoner Guard). Promoted to rank of Corporal. Saw action in Meuse-Argonne. Ill with flu, October 15, to 22, 1918 at Le Mans, France. Landed in United States June 8, 1919. Mustered out June 15, 1919.Bolset, Jacob J.
Born at Jolster, Norway, September 5, 1893. He was the son of Johannes and Engel Bolset. entered the service May 1, 1918 at Ladysmith and assigned to Company A, 4th Pioneer Infantry Trained at Camp Wadsworth, South Carolina Sailed for France September 22, 1918. Transferred to 83rd Division, 330th Infantry Promoted to rank of Corporal. Landed in United States October 15, and mustered out October 21, 1919.Bornhofen, Anthony H.
Born at Neillsville, Wisconsin, May 4, 1893. He was the son of Sophia Bornhofen. Entered the service at Camp Lewis, Wash., assigned to Headquarters. Company 158th Infantry Trained at Camp Kearney, California. Sailed for France July 9, 1918. Landed in United States March 18, and mustered out April 14, 1919.Bowker, Walter H.
Born at Minneapolis, August 12, 1894. He was the son of J. H. and Julia Bowker. Graduate of Weyerhaeuser high school. Entered service at Minneapolis, in the 71st Aero Squadron. Trained at Kelly Field, San Antonio, Texas. Sailed for France March 4, 1918. Landed in United States February 1919 and was mustered out March 4, 1919.Bowman, Earl
ArmyBrainerd, Eugene Kenneth
Born at Bruce, Wisconsin, October 12, 1893. He was the son of E. F. and Adele Brainerd. Attended Wisconsin University. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B. Promoted to rank of first sergeant. Transferred to Candidates' School Saumur, France, September 1, 1918, graduated November 26, 1918. Transferred to Battery B. then to Beaune University, Instructor in Agriculture. Landed in United States July 2, 1919. Mustered out July 11, 1919.Brainerd, Stanley James
Born at Bruce, Wisconsin, July 2, 1895. He was the son of E. F. and Adele Brainerd, Bruce, Wisconsin. Attended University of Wisconsin (Madison, Wisconsin). Enlisted in Troop K, July 20, 1919. Cited in G. O. No. 18, Headquarters. 57th F. A. Brigade for meritorious service at Juvigny. Promoted to rank of corporal, acted as section chief during latter months on front. Transferred to Battery B. and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919.Bredeson, Frank
Born at Chetek, Wisconsin, March 27, 1893. He was the son of Mrs. Ora Worman. Entered the service July 23, 1918 at Ladysmith, Wisconsin and was assigned to Company K, 342nd Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Transferred to Company C, 55th Infantry, 7th Division Saw duty in the Puvunell Sector. Landed in United States July 20, 1919. Mustered out July 26, 1919.Bretag, William J.
Born at Springfield, Illinois, December 11, 1892. He was the son of Mrs. Louisa Hoagland, Bruce, Wisconsin. Enlisted April 14, 1917, Troop K. Transferred to Battery B. and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919. Afflicted with rheumatism at numerous times.Brewer, Lysle Herbert
Born at Chariton, Iowa, April 30, 1895. He was the son of Oliver and Eva Brewer, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop K. April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until mustered out, May 16, 1919.Briant, Illdage J.
Born at Centerville, Minnesota, August 31, 1887. He was the son of Theo. and Lenora Briant, Hawkins, Wisconsin. Entered the service July 23, 1918, at Ladysmith, Wisconsin and assigned to Company K, 342nd Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Transferred to 56th Infantry, Company L, 7th Division. Saw action at St. Mihiel. Landed in United States June 27 and mustered out July 7, 1919.Brigs, Claude L.
Born at Pittsville, Wisconsin, August 21, 1895. He was the son of William E. and Rika Briggs, Bruce, Wisconsin. Graduated from Bruce high school, attended Lawrence (University) one year. Entered the service June 17, 1917, at Fort George Wright. Spokane, Washington, and was assigned to the Supply Company, 11th f. A. Trained at Douglas, Arizona. Sailed for France in June, 1918. Promoted to rank of Reg. Supply Sergt, to 2nd Lieutenant. April 1, 1919. Saw action in the Meuese-Argonne. Landed in United States June 10, and mustered out June 23, 1919.Brooks, William F.
ArmyBruegger, Byron J. C.
Born at Plymouth, Wisconsin, November 21, 1890. He was the son of Mrs. Anna Bruegger. Entered the service June 14, 1918 at Madison, Wisconsin, and assigned to Company B, S. A. T. C. Ill February 1919 at Camp Lee, Virginia. Mustered out April 11, 1919.Bugher, Charles. A.
Born at Paulding, Ohio, August 11, 1896. He was the son of Dr. Coriom E. and Alta C. Bugher, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted May 18, 1917, at Jefferson Barracks, Missouri, in Q. M. Corps at large. Trained at Brownsville, Texas. Sailed for France August 7, 1917. Promoted to rank of sergeant. Landed in United States June 15, mustered out June 23, 1919.Bunchek, Paul Herman
ArmyBurce, Elias S.
Born at Janesville, Minnesota, December 22, 1897. He was the son of S. H. and Dora Burce, Ingram, Wisconsin. High school graduate. Entered the service at Grand Forks, North Dakota, August 21, 1917, in Company M, 164 Infantry Trained at Camp Green, North Carolina. Sailed for France December 15, 1917. Promoted to rank of Corporal. Landed in United States February 26, mustered out March 12, 1919.Buswell, Ezra R.
Born at Farnhamville, Iowa, June 9, 1894. He was the son of Mrs. Nellie Buswell, Bruce, Wisconsin Enlisted in Troop K, July 3, 1917. Transferred to Battery B. remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919.Bye, E. Francis
Born October 18, 1897, at Glen Flora, Wisconsin He was the son of Hans O. and Mathilda Bye. Enlisted in Troop K, March 26, 1917. Ill with flu and acute bronchitis, September 18 to November 14, 1918, France. Transferred to Battery B and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919. Promoted to rank of corporal.Bye, Harold Rudolph
Born at Glen Flora, Wisconsin, September 6, 1899. He was the son of Hans O. and Mathilda Bye, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith October 15, 1918, and assigned to Company B. S. A. T. C., Beloit College. Ill with flu, pleurisy and inflammatory rheumatism October 20, to December 11, 1918. Mustered out December 11, 1918.
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Caley, William C.
Born at Chicago, Illinois, October 15, 1893. He was the son of Robert J. and Caley, Kate A. High school graduate. Entered the service December 13, 1917 at Columbus, Ohio in 1st Batn. Ordnance Depot, 2nd Division Trained at Camps Grant and Dodge. Sailed for France March 14, 1918. Transferred to Casual Company. Promoted to rank of Sergeant. Saw action in Chateau Thierry and in Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States July 17, 1919. Mustered out July 24, 1919.Calkins, George
Born at Chetek, Wisconsin, April 17, 1898. He was the son of Frank and Hattie Calkins, Chetek, Wisconsin, Entered the service September 15, 1918, at Ladysmith, Wisconsin and was assigned to Company B, Mechanics. Trained at Camp Randall, Madison, Wisconsin. Transferred Company M. Mustered out November 13, 1918.Campbell, Charles
Born at Glenwood, Wisconsin, June 8, 1887. He was the son of E. and Lucretia Campbell, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Chicago, Illinois, assigned to the Cook's and Baker's School, Camp Wheeler, Georgia. Mustered out December 18, 1918.Campbell, Guy
Born in St. Croix County, Wilson, Wisconsin, September 13 1880. He was the son of E. and Lucretia Campbell, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted at Eau Claire, Wisconsin May 28, 1917, in Company E. 3rd Wisconsin Infantry. Transferred to Company E. 127th Infantry Sailed for France February 4, 1918. Was with the 32nd Division in all engagements. Promoted to rank of cook. Landed in United States May 19, 1919. Mustered out May 25, 1919.Cardinal, F. Deane
Born at Lebanon, Missouri, February 23, 1898. He was the son of S. J. Cardinal, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Graduate of Ladysmith High School. Enlisted April 14, 1917, Troop K, Transferred to Battery B. and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919. Promoted to rank of corporal. Acted as section chief most of time while in action.Carlson, Charles A.
Born at Red Wing, Minnesota, February 17, 1887. He was the son of Oscar and Emma Carlson. Entered the service at Valley City, Minnesota, August 23, 1918, and assigned to Company G, 5th Training Reg., Camp Grant. Mustered out November 30, 1918.Carlson, Oscar E.
Born at St. Paul, Minnesota, July 29, 1889. He was the son of Oscar and Emma Carlson. Entered the service at Camp Grant, July 23, 1918, assigned to Company K, 342nd Infantry. Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Transferred to Company B, 55th Infantry, 7th Division. Saw duty in the Puvenell Sector. Landed in United States June 20, 1919. Mustered out July 1, 1919.Carns, Lester B.
Born at Platteville, Wisconsin, May 17, 1889. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Carns. Graduate of Platteville State Normal. Entered the service at Ladysmith, Wisconsin July 23, 1918, and was assigned to the M. G. Company, 342nd Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Transferred to Company A, 124th M. Gun Batn, 33 Division. Saw action in Thillot Sector. Landed in United States May 17, and mustered out May 30, 1919.Carrington, Henry F.
Born at Arkansaw, Wisconsin, August 23, 1891. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles. Carrington. Entered service at Sidney, Montana, July 22, 1918, in Company A, 57th M. Gun Batn. Trained at Camp Dodge, Iowa. Mustered out January 23, 1919.Case, Ernest
Born in Renville County, Minnesota, February 28, 1897. He was the son of Edgar and Lillie Case, Bruce, Wisconsin. Entered the service September 5, 1918 at Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Assigned to Evacuation Hospital, Unit No. 37. Trained at Camp Grant. Sailed for France November 15, 1918. Transferred to Medical Storage Station, Base Sec. No. 2. Ill with flu, during October at Camp Grant. Had right hand smashed while loading supplies at Base Sec. No. 2, Bourdeaux, France. Mustered out in October, 1919, exact date unknown.Cass, Lee G.
Born at Worthington, Minnesota, October 27, 1893. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Cass, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Graduate of Ladysmith high school, attended University one year. Enlisted at Jefferson Barracks, Missouri, May 18, 1917, in the Q. M. Corps. Trained at Jefferson Barracks, San Antonio and Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Sailed for France August 14, 1918. Promoted to rank of 2nd Lieutenant, June 24, 1918. Saw action in Mense-Argonne. Landed in United States July 5, and was mustered out July 28, 1919.Chaffee, Gustus McKinley
Born at Clarks, Nebraska, March 28, 1896. He was the son of Mrs. Lucretia Chaffee, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith May 5, 1918, assigned to Company C, 64th Infantry Trained at Camp Grant and a Camp MacArthur, Texas. Promoted to rank of Sergeant. Mustered out June 26, 1919.Chalfant, Lewis O.
Born at Lexington, Illinois, March 12, 1892. He was the son of A. B. and Lennie S. Chalfant, Sheldon, Wisconsin. Graduate of Minnesota School of Agriculture. Enlisted August 23, 1915, at Jefferson Barracks, Missouri, assigned to 16th Recruit Company Sailed for France June 14, 1917. Transferred to Company A. 18th Infantry, to Company A, 35th Infantry, to Company A, 18th Infantry, to P. W. E. Company 24. Gassed May 4th, 1918, in Montididier Sector. Landed in United States April 25, 1919. Mustered out July 23, 1919.Chamberlain, A. V.
Born a Rhodes, Iowa, January 18, 1896. He was the son of George A. and Belle Chamberlain, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. High school and Business College graduate. Entered the service April 25, 1918, at Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Assigned to Battalion B, 340th F. A., Camp Grant. Sailed for France June 13, 1918. Saw action at St. Mihiel, and Envexin Sector. Landed in United States May 24, 1919. Mustered out June 5, 1919.Chickering, Elmer E.
Born at Prairie Farm, Barron County, Wisconsin, October 15, 1895. He was the son of E. B. and Mary Chickering, Hawkins, Wisconsin. Graduate of high school and county normal. Enlisted in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, in Supply Company, 5th Wisconsin Infantry Transferred to Battalion F. 121 F. A. to Military Police of the 90th Division Promoted to rank of sergeant. Ill with pleurisy, November 9, 1918, France. Date of arrival and date of discharge unknown.Christman, William
ArmyChristianson, Paul
Born at Barron, Wisconsin, March 11, 1894. He was the son of Nels and Jennie Christianson, Bruce, Wisconsin. Entered the service on March 11, 1918, at Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Assigned to 15th Company, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri. Trained at Jefferson Bar, Missouri, Fort Moultrie, South Carolina, and Camp Custis, Virginia. Sailed for France October 11, 1918. Transferred to Battalion F, 47th C.A. C. Landed in United States March 5, and mustered out March 21, 1919.Christensen, Ralph A.
Born at Wausau, Wisconsin, May 30, 1899. He was the son of O. A. and Anna M. Christensen, Hawkins, Wisconsin. Entered the service July 19, 1918, at St. Paul, Minnesota, in Troop K, 306th Cavalry. Trained at Fort Worth and Fort Sill. Transferred to Battalion B, 49th F. A. Promoted to rank of Corporal. Mustered out April 1, 1919.Christopherson, Arthur Charles.
Born at Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin He was the son of Mrs. Christ Christopherson, Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Camp Grant, July 22, 1918 in Company A. 343 Infantry. Sailed for France September 14, 1918. Transferred to Company C, 309th Infantry. Saw action at Verdun and in Meuse-Argonne. Wounded October 19 at Grand Pre. Landed in United States February 24, 1919. Mustered out March 13, 1919.Cizek, Frank
Born at Cleveland, Ohio, January 26, 1895. He was the son of Albert and Josephine Cizek, Chetek, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith, Wisconsin April 29, 1918, assigned to Battalion B, 332nd F. A. Trained at Camp Grant and Camp Robinson, Sparta, Wisconsin. Sailed for France on September 15, 1918. Landed in United States February 15, and was mustered out February 28, 1919.Clark, Lester James
Born at Minneapolis, Minnesota, November 22, 1893. He was the son of James and Orilla Clark, (both deceased). Graduate of University of Minnesota. Entered service at Fort Omaha, Nebraska, December 15, 1917, in Signal Corps. Trained at Austin, Texas, Camp Dick, Texas, Taylor Field, Montgomery Alabama, and San Antonio, Texas. Promoted to rank of 2nd Lieutenant. Flying Status March 29, 1919. Mustered out April 10, 1919.Clark, Nimrod
Born at Valcaitrer, Quebec, Canada. He was the son of Thomas and Eliza Clark, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service February 28, 1918, at Vancouver Bar, Washington, in Company 1, 13th Prov. Squadron Aircraft. Transferred to 77th to 78th Spruce Production Division. Mustered out December 30, 1918.Clark, Seymour B.
ArmyClough, Ora R.
Born in Perkinstown, (Taylor County) Wisconsin, No. 9, 1895. He was the son of Sam and Leila Clough, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted Troop K, July 15, 1917. Sick April 1 to May 1, 1918, in France. Transferred to Battery B., and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919.Clough, Charles William
Born at Verdon, South Dakota, November 6, 1889. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Clough. Entered the service at Eldora, Iowa, July 23, 1918. Trained at Camp Pike, Arkansas. Served overseas, returning December (date unreadable) 1918. Date of discharge unknown.Coleman, Andrew T.
Born at Chicago, Illinois, April 11, 1890. He was the son of James and Margaret Coleman, Chicago, Illinois. Entered service at Ladysmith, Wisconsin, September 5, 1918, assigned to 39th Company, 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant. Transferred to 20th Company, to Battalion C, 37th Reg. C. A. C., to 17th Company, C. A. C. Mustered out December 19, 1918.Coleman, Curtis
Born at Viola, Wisconsin, October 5, 1896. He was the son of Jesse M. and Abby Coleman. Entered the service September 5, 1918 at Ladysmith, assigned to 39th Company, 161st Depot Brigade. Trained at Camps Grant and MacArthur. Transferred to Company C, 13th Batn., Infantry Replacement. Mustered out January 13, 1919.Conley, Arnold J.
ArmyConrath, Anthony Frank
Born at Beaver Dam, Minnesota, July 4, 1895. He was the son of Frank and Ida Conrath, Conrath, Wisconsin Entered service at Fort Harrison, Indiana, May 21, 1918, in Company C, 63rd Engineers. Trained at Fort Harrison, Indiana., and Fort Doublas, Utah. Mustered out December 18, 1918.Conry, Mervin P.
Born in Dane County, Wisconsin, December 1, 1891. He was the son of Myron W. and Myrtle F. Conry. Entered the service June 18, 1918 at Madison, Wisconsin, in 239th Company, 10th Division Trained at Camp Funston and Fort Riley. Transferred to Medical Corps at Fort Riley, Kansas. Further information unavailable.Consic, Adolph
ArmyCooney, Edward R.
Born at St. Paul, Minnesota, August 1, 1897. He was the son of F. J. and Ida Cooney, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Omaha, Nebraska, June 28, 1916, in Company G, 1st Ammunition Train. Trained at Fort Logan, Col., Fort Bliss, Texas. Sailed for France August 13, 1917. Saw action at Montdidier, Noyon, Aisne-Marne, St. Mihiel and Meuse-Argonne. Mustered out in October, 1919, exact date not known.Copp, Leonard E.
Born at Ladysmith, August 7, 1894. He was the son of Eugene and Mary Copp, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ladysmith, Wisconsin, July 6 5, 1918, assigned to 43d Company M, Gun Detach., on guard duty at Officers' Training School, Camp Hancock, Georgia. Exact date of discharge not available.Cote, Ernest Clifford
Born at Flambeau, Wisconsin, January 19, 1895. He was the son of Cyprien, Sr., and Madeline Cote, Flambeau. Entered the service April 29, 1918, at Camp Grant, assigned to Battery C, 332 F. A. Trained at Camp Robinson, Sparta, Wisconsin Transferred to 7th Company 2nd Detach. Art, Unit, Camp Logan, Texas. Promoted to rank of sergeant. Was Rusk County's only soldier on 14 day hike from Camp Grant to Robinson, 225 miles. Mustered out January 28, 1919.Cotton, Hugh T.
Born at Winona, Minnesota, January 24, 1898. He was the son of Herbert F. and Edith Cotton, Bruce, Wisconsin Enlisted June 30, 1917, Troop K. Transferred to Battery B. to 340th Infantry 85th Division Sailed for France July 8, 1918. Battles participated in: Oise-Aisne; and Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States April 2, 1919. Mustered out April 25, 1919.Coveau, Clinton G.
Born in Oconto County, Wisconsin, May 10, 1894. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. F. Coveau. Entered the service at Hartley, Iowa, July 28, 1918, assigned to Company A, M. Gun Batn. Trained in Georgia. Sailed for France September 20, 1918. Landed in United States April 1, and mustered out April 25, 1919.Cox, Lawrence W.
Born at Manning, Wisconsin, October 17, 1891, He was the son of L. W. and Mary Cox, Sheldon, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith, July 23, 1918, assigned to Battalion B, 9th Trench Mortar Battalion Trained at Camp Nichols, New Orleans, La. Promoted to rank of Corporal. Mustered out December 17, 1918.Craney, John Guy
Born at Eau Claire, Wisconsin, February 6, 1890. He was the son of Edward and Eliza Craney, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ladysmith. July 23, 1918, in 21st Company, 161st Depot Brigade. Trained at Camp Grant and Camp Logan. Transferred to 4th Company, Infantry Replacement, Camp Logan. Mustered out January 9, 1919.Craney, William Oliver
Born at Eau Claire, Wisconsin, February 14, 1894. He was the son of Ed. and Eliza Craney, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Kallispel, Mont., April 27, 1918, assigned to Company A, 362nd Infantry Trained at Camp Lewis, Wash. Sailed for France July 5, 1918. Promoted to rank of Corporal. Participated in Battles of St. Mihiel, Meuse-Argonne and LysScheldt. Landed in United States April 14, 1919. Mustered out May 2, 1919.Crye, Leon
Born at Joll, Wisconsin, May 14, 1890. He was the son of Z. R. and Mary Crye, Crane. Entered the service July 23, 1918, at Ladysmith, assigned to Company I, 342nd Infantry Trained at Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Transferred to Company K, 56th Infantry Saw action in the Puvenell Sector. Landed in United States June 27, and mustered out July 8, 1919.Culvert, Clearance Bud
Born at Ontario, Wisconsin, No. 10th, 1892. He was the son of Clearance E. and Martha D. Culvert. High school education. Enlisted at Superior, Wisconsin, March 26, 1917, in Company I, 3rd Wisconsin Infantry Transferred to Company I, 127th Infantry Sailed February 18th, 1918. Promoted to rank of sergeant. Wounded August 4th, 1918, near Fismes. Landed in United States May 4th, 1919. Mustered out May 8th, 1919.Curtis, Ralph Ray
Born at Eau Claire, Wisconsin, June 10, 1894. He was the son of Alfred O. Curtis, Sheldon, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith July 2, 1918, assigned to Company A, 118th Engineers. Trained at Camp Grant and Fort Benjamin Harrison. Sailed for France October 12, 1918. Ill with an attack of appendicitis September 25, 1918, at Fort Ben. Harrison. Landed in United States June 18, and mustered out June 25, 1919.Curtis, Omer E.
Born at Irwin, Iowa, November 9, 1896. He was the son of E. E. and Addis Curtis. Entered the service at Ladysmith, August 14, 1918, assigned to Company A, M. R. S. U., 310th Motor Transportation Corps. Trained at Madison. Sailed for France October 28, 1918. Was in army of occupation, Coblenz. Landed in United States September 18, 1919. Mustered out September 23. 1919.Czubien, George
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Dalquist, Martin W.
Born at Chicago, Illinois, October 24, 1892. He was the son of G. E. and Emma Dahlquist, Tony. Entered the service at Ladysmith, May 25, 1918, assigned to Headquarters. Company, 341st Infantry Trained at Camps Grant and Upton. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. On detached service at Le Mans, France. Landed in United States July 7, mustered out July 15, 1919.Dalquist, Oscar E.
Born at Chicago, Illinois, April 6, 1896. He was the son of G. E. and Emma Dahlquist, Tony. Graduate of Business College and Telegraphy School. Entered the service at Ladysmith July 14, 1918, assigned to Company C, 2nd Field Signal Batn. Trained at Chicago, Berenan Auto School and Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. Sailed for France September 23, 1918. Transferred to 314th Signal Batn., Company C. Saw action in Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States May 27, mustered out June 12, 1919.Daniels, Arthur W.
Born at Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, November 9, 1890. He was the son of C. W. and Ella C. Daniels. Enlisted April 14, 1917, in Troop K. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919.Danielson, Alfred J.
Born at Tronhjem, Norway, July 7, 1891. He was the son of Andrew Danielson. Entered the service at Ladysmith, May 25, 1918, assigned to 15th Company, 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant. Also trained at Camp Logan, Texas. Transferred to 52nd Company, Developing Batn. Mustered out January 21, 1919.Davis, Al
ArmyDavis, Elza Healen
Born at Hamlet, Indiana., February 28, 1896. He was the son of Leonidas and Mary C. Davis, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith, July 23, 1918, assigned to Company K, 342nd Infantry Trained at Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Transferred to Supply Company, 56th Infantry Saw action in Puvenell Sector. Landed in United States June 27, and mustered out July 9, 1919.Davis, Lee Henry
Born at Brodhead, Wisconsin, March 28, 1894. He was the son of H. F. and Jessie Davis, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith June 14, 1918, assigned to M. T. C. 553. Mustered out March 28, 1919.Davis, Loyal V.
Born at Mondovi, Wisconsin, April 14, 1893. He was the son of John and Ella Davis. Entered the service September 19, 1917, in Company F, 341st Infantry Trained at Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 7, 1918. Transferred to Casual Company, 318th Infantry Promoted to rank of sergeant. Landed in United States June 10, and mustered out June 14, 1919.Davis, Robert J.
ArmyDicus, Orville Edwin
Born at Adams, Nebraska, January 19, 1896. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Dicus, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service July 5, 1918, at Ladysmith. Trained at Camp Hancock, Georgia. Transferred from Camp Hancock to Camp Benning, Georgia. Promoted to rank of corporal. Mustered out June 7, 1919.Diedrich, Arnold P.
Born at De Pere, Wisconsin, May 15, 1918. He was the son of Matt and Mathilda Diedrich. Entered the service at Ladysmith. May 25, 1918, in Battalion B., 333rd F. A. Trained at Camp Rabinson (Robinson) and Camp Grant. Transferred to Motor Transportation Corps, Company No. 74, Camp Grant. Promoted to rank of Corporal. Mustered out May 25, 1919.Dilley, Donald Meredith
Born at Mason City, Iowa, May 3, 1899. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Matt Dilley, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted Troop K, March 26, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919.Doers, Amos A.
Born at Jackson County, Wisconsin He was the son of Jesse and Margaret Doers, Ladysmith, Wisconsin Entered the service July 23, 1918, assigned to Headquarters. Company, 342nd Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September.. 1, 1918. Transferred to Headquarters. Company, 110th Infantry Saw action at St. Mihiel. Landed in United States May 15, and mustered out May 27, 1919.Dominick, William
ArmyDoty, Glenn W.
Born at Hunting, Wisconsin, June 3, 1896. He was the son of Andrew J. and Charlotte Doty, Hawkins. Entered the service at Eau Claire, May 21, 1917, in Company B, 8th Mounted Engineers. Trained at El Paso, Texas. Further information unavailable.Doud, George E.
Born at Black River Falls, Wisconsin, July 8, 1890. He was the son of J. A. Doud, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, to Headquarters Company, 120th F. A. and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919. Promoted to rank of cook.Doughty, Archie Morse
Born at Arkansas, Wisconsin, June 21, 1894. He was the son of John and Mattie Doughty. Entered the service May 7, 1918, a Milwaukee, assigned for training at Electrical School, East Lansing, Michigan, also trained at Camp Johnston, Florida. Transferred to Q. M. Corps. Sailed for France September 20, 1918. Landed in United States July 30, and mustered out August 6, 1919.Douglas, Lawrence J.
Born at Austin, Minnesota, October 19, 1896. He was the son of John and Addie Douglas, Crane, Wisconsin Enlisted in Troop K, April 21, 1917. Sick with flu, November 15, 1918 to January 27, 1919, in France. Transferred to Battery B., and remained with it until transferred to hospital. Landed in United States April 4, 1919. Mustered out April 25, 1919.Downs, Levi
ArmyDrake, Harmon A.
Born at Findley, Illinois, June 9, 1897. He was the son of Cameron Drake, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Attended high school two years, and two years at Gas Engineering School at Austin, Minnesota entered the service December 22, 1917, at Duluth as machinist in 315th Aero Squadron. Trained at Jefferson Bar., Missouri, and San Antonio, Texas. Sailed July 28, 1918. Promoted to rank of corporal. Made seven trips from England to France with new planes. Landed in U. S. December 15, 1918. Mustered out December 22, 1918.Drew, Francis William
Born at Minneapolis, December 9, 1891. He was the son of F. W. and Harriet E. Drew. High school graduate. Entered the service at Ladysmith, July 23, 1918, in Company A, 603rd Engineers. Trained at Camp Grant and Fort Benjamin. Harrison, Indiana. Sailed for France September 1, 1918. Promoted to rank of Corporal. Ill with flu, September, 28, 1918, at Arbucey, France. Landed in United States June 20, and mustered out June 28, 1919.Drum, Ralph H.
Born at Tomah, Wisconsin, August 2, 1890. He was the son of Delbert and Mary Drum. Enlisted in Troop K, March 16, 1917. Promoted to First Lieutenant Transferred to Battery B, 120th F. A.; to Battery B, 121 F. A. Wounded at Fismes, August 18, 1919, flesh wounds on arm and leg. Promoted to Captain, in command of Battalion B. 121st F. A. Landed in United States May 4, 1919. Mustered out May 20, 1919.DuBois, Arthur
ArmyDubois, Henry J.
Born at Turtle Lake, Wisconsin, September, 8. 1896. He was the son of Mrs. Olive Dubois. Entered the service at Ladysmith, on March 11, 1918, assigned to Headquarters. Company, 61st C. A. C. Trained at Fort Moultrie, South Carolina, and Jefferson Bar., Missouri Sailed for France July 15, 1918. Promoted to rank of musician. Landed in United States Fe. 17, and mustered out on March 4, 1919.DuBois, William
ArmyDucommun, Edmond
Born at Thornapple, Wisconsin He was the son of Reynold and Marie Ducommun, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service October 5, 1918, at Ladysmith and assigned to 5th Company 161st Depot Brigade. Trained at Camp Shelby, Miss. Mustered out December 23, 1918.Ducommun, George
Born at Thornapple, Wisconsin He was the son of Reynold and Marie Ducommun, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service July 15, 1918, assigned to M. Gun Company, Camp Hancock, Georgia. Mustered out March 27, 1919.Ducommun, Herman
Born at Thornapple, Wisconsin He was the son of Reynold and Marie Ducommun, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith, July 23, 1918, assigned to Depot Brigade, Fort Benjamin, Harrison, Indiana. Sailed for France September 30, 1918. Transferred to 118th Engineers to 143rd Transportation Corps. Acted as interpreter at Maremais, France. Landed in United States June 18, and mustered out on June 27, 1919.Duckart, Henry F.
Born at Cooperstown, Wisconsin, March 20, 1884. He was the son of John and Barbara Duckart. Graduate of Manitowoc Training School, Oshkosh Normal, University of Wisconsin. Entered service May 18, 1917, at Fort Sheridan, Illinois, in First Reserve Officer's Training School. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant. August, 15, 1917, 1st Lieutenant. Q. M. C., May 21, 1918. On duty at Ft. Sheridan, Illinois, Camp Custer, Michigan, and Camp Joseph E. Johnston, Florida., and Camp Devens, Mass. Mustered out September 6, 1919.Dudacek, William J.
Born at Ploid, S. D., April 4, 1888. He was the son of Frank and Anna Dudacek. Entered the service August 26, 1918, at Camp Sherman Ohio, assigned to 6th Company 2nd Training Batn, 158th Depot Brigade. Mustered out December 14, 1918.Dversdal, Chris
Born in Norway, October 29, 1891. He was the son of John and Carrie Dversdal, Hawkins. Entered the service at Ladysmith, July 23, 1918, assigned to Motor Am. Company No. 52. Trained at Camp Grant. Mustered out June 9, 1919.Dversdal, Peter
Born at Jolster, Norway, April, 1890. He was the son of Daniel and Gertrude Dversdal, Norway. Entered the service at Ladysmith, September 3, 1918, assigned to Company F, Convalescent Company Trained at Camp Greenleaf, Georgia. Sailed for France October 26, 1918. Transferred to Base Hospital No. 65. Landed in United States October 20, mustered out October 25 1919.
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Eke, Paul A. C.
Born at Pierre, South Dakota, January 7, 1894. He was the son of Carl and Caroline Eke, Bruce, Wisconsin. Attended University. of Wisconsin, three years. Entered service July 15, 1918, at Columbus, Ohio, in Company A, 309th Engineers. Trained at Camp Sherman. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Transferred to A. E. F. University at Beaunne, France as an instructor, March 17, 1919. Ill with flu February 10, to March 10, 1919, France. Landed in United States July 1, 1919. Mustered out July 11, 1919.Erdman, Albert
Born in Germany, July 27, 1890. Entered the service at Ladysmith, Wisconsin, July 5, 1918, assigned to 43rd Company M. Gun Training Center, Camp Hancock, Georgia. Transferred to Motor Machine Gun Company, Camp Benning, Georgia. Mustered out July 25, 1919.Erickson, Clarence G.
Born at Minneapolis, Minnesota, March 9, 1893. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. E. G. Erickson, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith, May 1, 1918, assigned to Company G, 53rd Infantry Trained at Camp Wadsworth, South Carolina Transferred to Company F, 60th Pioneer Infantry. Promoted to rank of corporal. Mustered out January 13, 1919.Erickson, Robert J.
Born at Minneapolis, Minnesota, December 1895. He was the son of Mr. and Mr. E. G. Erickson. Entered service at Ladysmith, July 23, 1918, assigned to 21st Company, Utilities Department. Con. Division, Q. M. C. Trained at Camp Grant. Transferred to Medical Corp., to S. M. C., to Recruiting Service. Mustered out July 23, 1919.Evans, Wilbert W.
Born at Postville, Iowa, July 15, 1895. He was the son of Willis S. and Grace C. Evans, Weyerhaeuser. Attended high school three years. Entered service July 14, 1918, at Ladysmith, assigned to Casual Company No. 1, Carnegie Institute, also trained at Camp Colt, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania Sailed for France October 24, 1918. Transferred to Company B, 336th Batn. Tank Corps, to Motor Reception Park, Bassens, France. Promoted to rank of corporal. Ill with flu, Camp Colt, October 18 to 29, 1918. Landed in United States May 6, and mustered out May 18, 1919.
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Felton, Jasper
Born at Rowan, Iowa, December 26, 1896. He was the son of Daniel L. and Martha Felton, Bruce, Wisconsin. Enlisted at Stanley, July 20, 1917, in Company B, 4th Wisconsin Infantry Transferred to Q. M. C., A. R. D. No. 324, Camp MacArthur. Promoted to rank of cook. Ill with appendicitis November 19, 1918 to January 15, 1919. Mustered out April 10, 1919.Felton, Jones S.
Born at Clarion, Iowa, February 9, 1886. He was the son of Daniel and Martha Felton, Bruce, Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B., to Supply Company, 120th F. A. and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919. Promoted to rank of corporal.Felton, Truman
Born at Rowan, Iowa, July 5, 1898. He was the son of Daniel and Martha Felton, Bruce, Wisconsin. Enlisted at Chippewa Falls, July 17, 1917, in Company A, 4th Wisconsin Infantry Transferred to Company C, 127th. Sailed July 1, 1918. In all engagements of the 32nd Division, except Aisne-Marne. Wounded October 3, 1918, near Verdun, shrapnel in left thigh and below knee. Ill, Waco Texas, January 20 to May 1, 1918, Measles and Pleurisy. Landed in United States April 1, 1919. Mustered out April 11, 1919.Ferris, Alfred M.
Born at Sauk Center, Minnesota, April 1, 1893. He was the son of M. M. and Nellie Ferris, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith July 23, 1918, assigned to Q. M. Corps, Camp Grant. Ill with appendicitis, July 28 to August 28, 1918, Camp Grant. Mustered out May 16, 1919.Fictum, Adolph
Born at Stangelville, Wisconsin, March 4, 1894. He was the son of John Fictum, Stangelville. Incomplete college course. Entered the service at Jefferson Bar., Missouri, August 1917. Trained at Waco, Texas. Sailed for France in September 1918. Served in Infantry and with 5th Wisconsin and 6th Cavalry Bands. Promoted to 1st Lieutenant. Saw action on front opposite Metz. Landed in United States March, and mustered out March 8, 1919.Fink, Paul
Born in Berlin, Germany. He was the son of Fred and Amelia Fink, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service July 23, 1918, assigned to Company I. 341st Infantry Transferred to Spruce Production Department. Mustered out January 1, 1919.Fisher, Louis E. Fisher
Enlisted in Troop K, June 10, 1917. Transferred to Battery A, 120th F. A. and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919.Fisher, Nyle W.
Born at Urbana, Iowa, August 12, 1899. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. C. I. Fisher. Attended high school 3 years. Entered the service April 11, 1917, in Company G, 1st Iowa Infantry Trained at Camp Cody, New Mexico. Sailed for France August 13, 1918. Transferred to Company B, 306th Infantry 77th Division Promoted to rank of corporal. Saw action in Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States June 12, and was mustered out June 17, 1919.Fletcher, Alfred
Born at Rowen, Iowa, April 7, 1893. He was the son of David E. and Florence J. Fletcher. Entered the service June 12, 1915, at San Francisco, California, in United States Marines with United States Legation. Peking China, where he was stationed three years and on discharge re enlisted on April 29, 1918. Trained at Camp Lewis, Wash. Sailed for France July 13, 1918. Assigned to Company A, 316th M. P.'s, 91st Division Saw action in Meuse-Argonne, Flanders and St. Mihiel. Landed in United States April 15, 1919. Mustered out May 5, 1919.Fletcher, Ira
Born at Reinbeck, Iowa, September 27, 1885. He was the son of David E. and Florence J. Fletcher. Entered the service at Mason City, Iowa, October 25, 1917, in 811th Aero Squadron. Trained at Kelly Field. Transferred to Indianapolis, Indiana, to St. Paul, Minnesota Mustered out February 22, 1919.Fletcher, Harold
Born at Reinbeck, Iowa, November 11, 1891. He was the son of David E. and Florence J. Fletcher. Attended high school three years. Entered service July 11, 1918, assigned to Casual Company Trained at Camp Pike, Ark. Sailed for France August 23, 1918. Transferred to Medical Detachment, 306th M. Gun Batn, 77th Division Saw action in Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States May 12, and mustered out May 19, 1919.Forchette, Joseph
Born at Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, November 21, 1895. He was the son of Joseph and Margaret Forchette, Eau Claire. Entered the service September 15, 1917, Camp Grant, and was assigned to Company F, 341st Infantry Discharged on Surgeon's Certificate of Disability on October 6, 1917.Fossheim, Andrew
born in Norway, August 7, 1886. He was the son of Johannes and Olga Fossheim. Entered the service September 3, 1918 at Ladysmith, assigned to General Hospital No. 14, Camp Greenleaf, Georgia. Ill with flu October 6, to 19, 1918. Mustered out June 21, 1919.Fox, Thomas
Born in Canada, August 2, 1893. He was the son of Dan and Sarah Fox, Apollonia. Entered the service July 23, 1918, at Ladysmith, assigned to General Hospital No. 10, Camp Greenleaf, Georgia. Promoted to Hospital Sergeant. Ill with flu October 15, 1918 to April 5, 1919, Camp Greenleaf. Mustered out June 23, 1919.Fox, Walter N.
Born at Owen, Wisconsin, March 10, 1896. He was the son of Wm and Emma Fox, Owen. High school graduate and Pharmacist's school. Entered the service at Milwaukee December 2, 1917, in 4th Company, Provisional Regiment, Camp Dodge, also trained at Camp Hancock. Sailed for France July 9, 1918. Transferred to Casual Hospital, St. Jean-de-Mont. Promoted to rank of Ordnance Sergeant. Ill with flu August 2, to 18, 1918, France. Landed in United States February 1, and mustered out February 17, 1919.Franklin, Edward
Born at Neillsville, Wisconsin, March 16, 1892. He was the son of Ernest and Dora Franklin, Hawkins. entered the service at Ladysmith July 23, 1918, assigned to Company B, 332nd F. A. Trained at Camp Grant and at Camp Robin. Sailed for France September 16, 1918. Landed in United States February 15, and mustered out February 28, 1919.Freeman, Lincoln Vincent
Born at Springview, Nebraska, September 11, 1894. Son of Charles. and Ida Freeman, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith April 28, 1918, assigned to Company A, 64th Infantry Trained at Camp MacArthur, Texas. Sailed for France September 1, 1919. Saw action in Marbache Sector and Pavenelle Sector. Landed in United States June 15, and mustered out June 25, 1919. Reenlisted June 26, for one year in Cavalry, unassigned.Freestone, Claude
Born at Menomonie, Wisconsin, January 7, 1897. He was the son of James M. and Jennie Freestone, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith, October 24, 1918, assigned to 7th Company, 152th Infantry Trained at Camp Shelby, Miss. Mustered out December 29, 1919.Freitag, Jacob
Born at Mt. Pleasant, Wisconsin, May 24, 1891. He was the son of Wolfgang and Verena Freitag. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred Battery B, to Auxiliary Remount Depot, Camp MacArthur, and there remained until mustered out May 21, 1919. Promoted to Sergt. 1st. ClassFrenchick, Edward W.
Born at Weyerhaeuser, Wisconsin, October 4, 1918. He was the son of P. B. and Mary Frenchick, Weyerhaeuser. Entered the service at Beloit, August 14, 1918, in 299th Aero Squadron. Trained at Beloit College and Carnegie Institute, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Ill with Inflammatory Rheumatism January 1 to May 4, 1919, Pittsburgh. Mustered out May 8, 1919.Frenchick, George
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Born at Weyerhaeuser, Wisconsin, January 1, 1895. He was the son of P. B. and Mary Frenchick, Weyerhaeuser. High School graduate. Entered the service at Weyerhaeuser, July 15, 1918, assigned to Machine Gun School, Camp Hancock, Georgia. Qualified as instructor of Grenades and Bombing. (Browning Heavy). Ill October 12 to 18, Camp Hancock. Mustered out January 15, 1919.Frenchick, Joseph
ArmyFrick, Walter Keller
Born at Madison, South Dakota. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Frick. Enlisted in Troop K, July 7, 1917. Transferred to Battery A, 120th F. A. Wounded August 11, 1918, at Avoncourt. Landed in United States May 4, 1919. Mustered out May 16, 1919.Frogner, Allard
Born at Iola, Wisconsin July 4, 1898. He was the son of O. G. and Annie Frogner, Weyerhaeuser. Graduate of high school and attended University. of Wisconsin, two years. Entered the service January 20, 1918, at Cleveland, Ohio, in Medical Detach, 104th Engineers. Trained at Camp Hancock, Georgia. Sailed for France April 2, 1918. Saw action in the Meuse-Argonne, Chateau Thierry, St. Mihiel, and Aisne-Marne. Landed in United States May 6, and mustered out May 20, 1919.Frogner, Guy S.
Born at Iola, Wisconsin, September 23, 1887. He was the son of O G. and Annie Frogner, Weyerhaeuser. Graduate of High School, and Physician's and Surgeon's College, University. of Illinois Entered the service March 7, 1918 at Minot, North Dakota, as 1st Lieutenant in Medical Detachment, Camp Function. Transferred to Carnegie Institute, back to Camp Function. Mustered out December 20, 1918.Frogner, Herbert N.
Born at Iola, Wisconsin, January 15, 1893. He was the son of O. G. and Annie Frogner. Served in N. G. several years before the war, called into service July 15, 1917, with Company L., 2nd Wisconsin Infantry, which was later transferred to Company L, 127th Infantry, 32 Division Promoted from 1st Sergt. to 2nd Lieutenant. Participated in Haute-Alsace engagement. Returned to United States in August 1918, promoted to 1st Lieutenant. and detailed as an instructor in Plattsburg, N. Y. Still in service as instructor at Muhlenberg University., Allentown, Penn.Fusek, John
Born in Austria-Hungary, September 17, 1891. He was the son of Thomas and Anna Fusek, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith July 23, 1918, assigned to Company B, 211th Engineers. Trained at Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Landed in United States June 27, 1918. Mustered out July 7, 1919.
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Gale, George B.
ArmyGaletka, Stanley
Born at Connersville, Penn., April 26, 1896. He was the son of William Galetka, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Chicago, Illinois, May 22, 1918, assigned to M. Gun Troop, 308th Cavalry. Trained at Camp Douglas, Ariz., and Camp Kearney, Cal. Transferred to 22nd Trench Mortar Battalion Mustered out December 26, 1918.Garrett, Bertie Guy
Born at Hillsdale, Barron Company, Wisconsin, December 24, 1898. He was the son of S. F. and Sarah Garrett. Entered the service at Ladysmith June 26, 1918, assigned to Casual Company, Fort Riley, Kansas. Transferred to Medical Detach., 78th Infantry Ill with flu September 30 to October 3, 1918. Camp Custer, Michigan, with tonsillitis, December 6 to 13, 1918. Mustered out January 27, 1919.Gego, Charles
ArmyGibson, Clarence
Born at Mallorytown, Ont., Canada, January 1, 1895. He was the son of W. A. and Elizabeth Richal. High school graduate. Entered the service June 12, 1918, at Duluth, Minnesota, assigned to Radio Training Detachment, Purdue, University., also trained at Camp Vail, N. J. Sailed for France October 26, 1918. Transferred to 116th Field Signal Batn, Company A, to 44th Service Company, Signal Corps. Landed in United States July 29, 1919. Mustered out on August 9, 1919.Giddings, Leo H.
Born at Walkersville, Michigan, October 7, 1898. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Giddings. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919.Giguere, Leo
Born at Lewiston, Maine, August 13, 1896. He was the son of Geo. and Nitatpy Giguere, Ingram. Entered the service at Jefferson Bar., Missouri, Jan 7, 1918, assigned to 4th Wagon, 23rd Engineers. Trained at Camp Laurel, Maryland. Sailed for France March 30, 1918. Saw action in the Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States June 11, and was mustered out June 20, 1919.Gleason, Bernard R.
Born at Lake City, Michigan, September 23, 1890. He was the son of Mrs. Sarah F. Gleason, Bruce, Wisconsin. Entered service at Fort Sheridan Illinois, May 12, 1917, in First Reserve Officer's Training Camp. Commissioned Captain of Infantry August 16, 1917. Mustered out December 19, 1918.Gleason, Edwin J.
Born at Cadillac, Michigan, December 25, 1887. He was the son of Mrs. Sarah F. Gleason, Bruce, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith, July 23, 1918, assigned to 21st Company, 161st Depot Brigade. Trained at Camp Grant and at Camp Logan, Texas. Transferred to Company L, 342nd Infantry to Headquarters. Company, Camp Logan. Mustered out March 21, 1919.Gordon, Elsher Fay
Born at Chetek, Wisconsin, January 8, 1896. He was the son of Peter and Mattie Gordon, Crane. Entered the service at Ladysmith, September 5, 1918, assigned to 39th Company, 2nd Provisional Regiment, Camp Grant. and was transferred to 22nd Company, Provisional Reg., Camp Hancock. Mustered out January 7, 1919.Gordon, Glenn J.
Born at City Point, Wisconsin He was the son of Joe and Lola Gordon. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, to Base Hospital No. 20, France. Kicked in head by horse May 26, 1918, skull fractured and piece removed. In hospital until July 14, 1918. Landed in United States January 18, 1919. Mustered out February 7, 1919.Gorla, John
Born at Galicia, Austria, on April 12, 1897. He was the son of Michael Kunegunda. Entered the service at Duluth, Minnesota, May 90, 1917, in Headquarters. Company, 16th Infantry Sailed for France June 14, 1917. Transferred to Company A, 16th Infantry Participated in the battles of Cantigny, Soisson, St. Mihiel, and Meuse-Argonne. Wounded in Meuse-Argonne, October 9, 1918. Landed in United States March 11, and mustered out March 30, 1919.Gourdeaux, Chris
Born at Flambeau, on July 25, 1897. He was the son of Alexander and Josephine Gourdeaux. Entered service at Madison, October 15, 1918, assigned to Company M, 1st Training Reg., S. A. T. C., Madison. Ill with flu November 2 to November 14, 1918. Mustered out December 15, 1918.Graack, Arthur P.
Born at Springfield, Wisconsin, February 21, 1897. He was the son of A. A. and Lena Graack, Crane. Entered the service at Ladysmith August 31, 1918, assigned to Company E, 120th Engineers. Trained at Indianapolis, and Fort Benjamin Harrison, Indiana. Ill September 27 to October 28. Mustered out December 17, 1918.Graham, Mark T.
Born at Portage, Wisconsin, October 10, 1892. He was the son of George W. and Harriet S. Graham. Entered the service at Ladysmith July 5, 1918, assigned to 39th Company, 4th Group, M. G. T. C., Camp Hancock, Georgia. Transferred to Gen. Supply Ordnance Department., Charleston Port Terminal. Mustered out on April 25, 1919.Green, Jas. G.
ArmyGrover, Earl W.
Born at Clark, South Dakota, October 15, 1892. He was the son of Martin and Mary Grover, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith June 14, 1918, assigned to M. T. Company, No. 553. Trained at Madison, Wisconsin, and at Alexandria, Virginia. Ill with flu, October 10 to 25, 1918, Alexandria, Virginia. Mustered out March 28, 1919.
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ArmyHaag, Arthur Lester
Born at Sheboygan, Wisconsin, January 26, 1897. He was the son of Alfred and Emma Haag. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B. Promoted to rank of corporal. Sick November 4 to December 28, 1918. Mustered out May 16, 1919.Haas, Louis T.
ArmyHadden, Amzi A.
Born at Newark, New Jersey, November 5, 1873. He was the son of Rev. J. W. Hadden, Bruce, Wisconsin. Enlisted in and organized Troop K, April 14, 1917. Promoted to rank of Captain. Transferred to Battery B., to 1st Batn. Headquarters., 120th F. A. Sick Jan 10 to January 16, 1918. Mustered out Jan 19, 1918.Halcynski, Bleslaus
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Born September 17, 1897. He was the son of Mrs. L. H. Spencer. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919.Hampton, George W.
Born in Richland Company, Wisconsin, December 26, 1890. He was the son of John and Jennie Hampton, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Attended high school 1 year. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B. Cited in G. O,. No. 18, Headquarters. 57th F. A. Brigade, for meritorious service at Juvigny. Mustered out May 16, 1919.Haney, Gilbert E.
Born at Taylorsville, Illinois, March 13, 1894. He was the son of I. S. and Johanna R. Haney, Bruce, Wisconsin. High school graduate. Entered the service at San Diego, Cal., August 2, 1918, assigned to 8th Company C. A. C., Fort Rosecran. Trained at Fort Rosecran, California., and Fort Presidio. Transferred to Battalion D, 62nd F. A. to Camp Merritt Military Band, which toured all cities of the east and serenaded the President's and all other boats coming into New York. Promoted to rank of Corporal. Ill with mumps September 4, to 28, 1918, Camp Merritt. Mustered out March 4, 1919.Hansen, Ernest C.
Born at Hampton, Iowa, June 9, 1896. He was the son of A. C. and Mary Hansen, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. entered the service at Ladysmith August 14, 1918, assigned to Company B, 316th Motor Transportation Corps. Trained at Sweeney Auto School, Kansas City, and Fort Bliss, El Paso. Promoted to rank of cook. Mustered out April 1, 1919.Hansen, Henry
Born at North Menomonie, Wisconsin, March 17, 1890. He was the son of Olaf and Christine Hansen, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Entered the service July 23, 1918, at Ladysmith, in Battalion C, 332nd F. A. Trained at Camp Grant and at Camp Robinson. Sailed for France September 17, 1918. Landed in United States February 15, and was mustered out February 28, 1919.Hansen, Raymond
Born at Hampton, Iowa, May 25, 1897. He was the son of A. C. and Mary Hansen, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith, August 14, 1918. Trained at Sweeney Auto School, Kansas City. Ill September 25, 1918 to January 28, 1919 Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. Mustered out January 31, 1919.Hanson, Edward
Born at Cushing, Iowa, May 15, 1890. He was the son of Hans E. and Bell Hanson. Entered the service February 27, 1918, at Camp Dodge, Iowa, and assigned to Company B, 328 Infantry Trained at Camp Dodge and Camp Gordon. Sailed for France May 1, 1918. Saw action at St. Mihiel and Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States March 11, and mustered out April 3, 1919.Hanson, Eldo J.
Born at Appleton, Wisconsin, July 27, 1891. He was the son of Peter Hanson. Entered the service at Appleton, June 11, 1917, in Company G, 2nd Wisconsin Infantry Trained at Camp Douglas and Camp Mills. Sailed for France October 19, 1917. Transferred to 150th M. Gun Batn., Company A, to Casual Company Ill January 1 to 14, 1918 and February 7, to September 9, 1918, Arthritis of the ankle. Landed in United States February 19, and was mustered out March 7, 1919.Harris, Allan A.
Born at Murry, Wisconsin, on June 11, 1892. He was the son of Alex and Susan Harris, Crane. Entered the service October 3, 1917, at Camp Grant, Illinois, assigned to 1st Company, 3rd Regiment, Air Service. Trained at Camp Grant, and Camp Hancock, Georgia. Sailed for France June 23, 1918. Promoted to rank of cook. Ill January 5 to January 15, 1918. tonsillitis, Camp Hancock. Landed in United States June 27, and mustered out July 12, 1919.Harvey, Frank D.
Born at Bluffton, Indiana, July 14, 1891. He was the son of William E. and Alice Harvey, Hawkins. Entered the service at Ladysmith, July 23, 1918, assigned to Company L, 341st Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Transferred to 342nd Infantry Company C. Saw action in the Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States in May and mustered out June 1, 1919.Harvey, John Jacob
Born at Bluffton, Indiana, November 19, 1893. He was the son of William and Alice Harvey, Hawkins. Entered the service at Ladysmith July 23, 1918, assigned to Company L, 341st Infantry Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Transferred to Company C, 342nd Infantry, to 85th Division Saw action in Meuse-Argonne. Wounded November 7, 1918, at Beauclaire, France, Machine gun bullets in finger, hand and foot. Landed in United States April 2, 1919. Date of discharge not available.Harvey, Victor Hugo
Born at Bluffton, Indiana, March 9, 1896. He was the son of William and Alice Harvey, Hawkins, Wisconsin Entered service at Ladysmith July 23, 1918, assigned to Company L, 342st Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Transferred to Company C, 342nd Infantry Saw action in Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States May 22, and mustered out June 1, 1919.Harwood, Fred L.
ArmyHaugsby, Mads
Born in Norway, December 25, 1888. He was the son of Ole and Bertha Haugsby. Entered the service at Columbus, Ohio, July 15, 1918, assigned to Company C, 30th M. Gun Batn., 10th Division Trained at Camp Hancock and at Camp Funston, Kansas. Ill with tonsillitis, December 27 to 30, 1918, Camp Function. Mustered out January 22, 1919.Haugsby, Ole
Born in Norway, April 28, 1891. He was the son of Ole and Bertha Haugsby, Hawkins. Entered the service at Ladysmith, on July 23, 1918. Trained at Camp Grant, in Medical Corps. Transferred to Exemption Board. Ill with appendicitis, April, 1919, Camp Grant. Date of discharge unavailable.Hayden, Guy B.
Born at Apollonia, Wisconsin, January 1, 1899. He was the son of Ernest and Melissa Hayden. High school education. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B. Promoted to rank of corporal. Cited in G. O. No. 18, Headquarters. 57th F. A. Brigade, for meritorious service at Juvigny. Remained with Battery B, until mustered out May 16, 1919.Hayden, Max E.
Born at Apollonia, October 19, 1897. He was the son of Ernest J. and Melissa Hayden, Apollonia. High school graduate. Enlisted at Ladysmith April 14, 1917, in Troop K, 1st Wisconsin Cavalry. Transferred to Air Service, not assigned to a squadron. Trained at Camp Douglas, Columbus, Ohio. Berkeley, California., Camp Dick, Texas, Kelley Field, Wilbur Wright Field, Ohio. Promoted to rank of 2nd Lieutenant. Sailed for France September 25, 1918. Engaged in transferring newly assembled planes to the front and various fields. Landed in United States May 16, and mustered out April 23, 1919.Hayes, Joseph P.
Born at Halder, Marathon County, Wisconsin, April 4, 1895. He was the son of Thomas and Bridget Hayes. Entered service at Milwaukee, April 25, 1918, assigned to Company, A, 340th Infantry Trained at Camp Custer, Michigan Sailed for France July 23, 1918. Promoted to Sergeant, attended Candidate's School at Langres, France, graduated December 29th and received certificate of eligibility for promotion to 2nd Lieutenant. of Infantry, after being mustered out received commission in O. R. C. , as 2nd Lieutenant., Infantry Section. Landed in United States April 2nd, and mustered out April 28, 1919.Hayes, Thomas W.
Born at Halder, Wisconsin, September 6, 1892. He was the son of Thomas F. and Bridget Hayes, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service June 28, 1918, Milwaukee, assigned to F. H. Company No. 245, Plymouth Division Trained at Fort Riley and Camp Devens. Promoted to rank of sergeant. Mustered out February 1, 1919.Heath, George Albert
born at Farnham, Iowa. He was the son of Mahlon and Nellie E. Heath. Entered service at Jefferson Bar., July 26, 1918, assigned to Company G, 5th Replacement. Trained at Camp Gordon, Georgia. Sailed for France September 20, 1918. Transferred to 330th Infantry, to 60th Infantry, to 9th Infantry, to the M. T. C. No. 363. Saw action in Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States August 10, and mustered out August 18, 1919.Hebard, Edmund C.
Born in Richland Company, Wisconsin, November 11, 1895. He was the son of Ernest and Ada Hebard. Attended high school two years. Enlisted in Troop K, March 26, 1917. Transferred to Battery B,.; to Company G, 147 Infantry 37th Division Caisson ran over foot, crushing it, December 1, 1918, in hospital until February 1st, 19919. Landed in United States March 28, 1919. Mustered out April 15, 1919.Hedelius, George Arthur
Born at Calman, Iowa, August 8, 1892. He was the son of E. E. and Anna M. Hedelius, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ladysmith April 29, 1918, assigned to Battalion B, 332nd F. A. Trained at Camp Grant and Eagle Pass, Texas. Transferred to 3rd Infantry, Company L. Ill with flu October 1918, Eagle Pass, Texas. Mustered out Jan 6, 1919.Hegland, Haakon
Born in Norway, January 5, 1889. He was the son of Torsten and Kristine Myhus. Entered the service July 5, 1918 at Ladysmith, assigned to 43d Company, M. Gun School, Camp Hancock. Transferred to 153rd Company M. G. S., to Wagon Company, Q. M. C. Promoted to rank of sergeant. Mustered out April 22, 1919.Hein, Joseph Francis
Born at Neillsville, Wisconsin, June 2, 1895. He was the son of Anthony Francis and Maude Hein, Grand Rapids, Minnesota Entered the service June 1, 1916, at Minneapolis, in the Minnesota National Guard. Trained at San Antonio, Texas, and Camp Cody, Deming, N. Mex. Sailed for France, July 3, 1918. Transferred to 39th Infantry Promoted to rank of 1st Lieutenant. Further information unavailable.Helland, Konrad
Born in Norway, October 2, 1887. He was the son of Knud and Margdlie Helland. Entered the service August 8, 1918, at Ladysmith, assigned to Casual Company, Camp MacArthur, Texas. Sailed for France September 30, 1918. Transferred to Company H, 38th Infantry, 3rd Division Landed in United States August 23, 1918, mustered out August 30, 1918.Helms, Henry B.
Born at Remsen, Iowa, February 22, 1891. He was the son of Mrs. Catherine Helms. Entered the service at Ladysmith July 23, 1918, assigned to Company I, 341st Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Transferred to Company M, 312th Reg. Infantry Saw action in Meuse-Argonne. Wounded November 1, 1918, near Grand Pre. Landed in United States May 26, and mustered out June 5, 1919.Hendrickson, Alfred L.
ArmyHewitt, John
ArmyHinterberg, Edward H.
Born at Fall Creek, Wisconsin, April 30, 1893. He was the son of Herman and Bertha Hinterberg, Eau Claire. Graduate of Superior Normal School. Entered service May 1, 1918, at Ladysmith, assigned to A. C. 20, 6th Sanitary Train. Trained at Camp Wadsworth, Spartanburg, South Carolina Sailed for France July 7, 1918. Saw action in the De Galbert Sector, the Mittlach Defensive, and in the Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States on June 19, and mustered out June 30, 1919.Hirt, Mathias P.
Born at Minneapolis, Minnesota, July 21, 1895. He was the son of John P. and Eva Hirt. Entered the service at Ladysmith, Wisconsin, June 24, 1918, assigned to 271st Ambulance Company, 18th Division, M. D. Trained at Fort Riley and Camp Travis, Texas. Promoted to rank of Corporal. Mustered out on Fe. 7, 1919.Hoefler, Davis A.
Born at Dorchester, Wisconsin, October 8, 1897. He was the son of Mrs. Ed M. Collier, Bruce, Wisconsin Enlisted July 7, 1917, in Troop K. Transferred to Battery A, 1220th F. A., and remained with it until mustered out May 18, 1919. Slightly gassed October 18, 1919.Hoff, Olaf Martin
Born at Sandsvaer, Norway, October 27, 1886. He was the son of Ole and Magdalene Hoff, Ogema. Entered the service at Ladysmith, September 5, 1918, assigned to 39th Company, 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant. Mustered out December 7, 1918.Hollenbeck, George Andrew
Born in Town of Greenwood, Richland County, Wisconsin Entered the service at Ladysmith, October 15, 1918. Assigned to 5th Company, Replacement Camp, at Camp Shelby, Miss. Transferred to Camp Grant. Mustered out February 4, 1919.Hopkins, Harry F.
Born at Appleton, Wisconsin, September 10, 1878. He was the son of Russel and Comelia Hopkins. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, to Supply Company, 120th F. A. Sick with flu February 15, to 25, 1919, at Saumur, France. Promoted to rank of cook. Mustered out May 16, 1919.Horton, Lucius Floyd
Born May 23, 1900. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. L. C. Horton. Enlisted in Troop K, March 26, 1917. Transferred to Battery B. Suffered broken leg May 23, 1918. Coetquidan, France. Mustered out May 16, 1919.Hoselton, Herbert
Born at Drayton, North Dakota, April 18, 1895. He was the son of Clarence and Victoria Hoselton. Enlisted in Troop K, July 1, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919. Promoted to rank of corporal.Householder, Glen M.
Born in Foust township, Richland County, Wisconsin, January 12, 1890. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Householder, Richland Center, Wisconsin Graduate of University of Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith, October 2, 1918, as 2nd Lieutenant W. M. Corps. Sailed for France November 3, 1918. Transferred from Field Remount Station, at Newport News, to United States S. Michigan, as Personnel Adjutant. Ill at Brest, April 14, 1919. Landed in United States May 4, mustered out May 9, 1919.Houts, Levi J.
Born in Richland County, Wisconsin, August 27, 1895. He was the son of Albert E. and Rachael Houts, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Attended high school two years. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B., to Headquarters. Detach. 57th Brigade. Promoted to rank of corporal. Gassed August 10, 1918, at St. Giles, in hospital from affects August 30, to October 1, 1918. Landed in United States May 4, 1919. Mustered out May 17, 1919.Howard, George Wm.
Born in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin, August 1, 1892. He was the son of Martin and Louisa Howard, Hawkins. Entered the service August 8, 1918, at Ladysmith, assigned to Company I, 34th Reg. S. A. R. D. Trained at Camp MacArthur, Texas. Date of Sailing not known. Transferred to 83rd Division, to P. W. E. Guard Company No. 242, Romaneg, Ill October 7, to November 20, 1918, France. Landed in United States on August 23, mustered out September 4, 1919.Huffman, John
Born in Putnam County, Ohio, August 15, 1891. He was the son of Wm. and Virginia Huffman, Conrath. Entered the service at Ladysmith July 15, 1918, assigned to 1st Company, 1st Group, Camp Hancock, Georgia. Promoted to rank of Bugler. Ill with flu at Camp Hancock, October 25, to February 20, 1919. Mustered out February 22, 1919.Humber, Walter J.
Born at Bloomer, Wisconsin, May 10, 1897. He was the son of George C. and Agnes Humber, Bruce, Wisconsin. Entered the service October 24, 1918, at Ladysmith, assigned to Infantry Recruit Depot, Camp Shelby, Miss. Made Army Field Clerk. Date of discharge unknown.Hunt, Frank Henry
Born at Chetek. He was the son of Wellington and August Hunt, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith July 15, 1918. Further information unavailable.Hurless, Juel
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Jacobs, Earl Victor
Born at Clear Lake, Wisconsin, October 19, 1895. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Jacobs. High school graduate. Entered the service at Duluth, Minnesota, May 23, 1917, in 35th Company M. T. C. Trained in Texas and Florida. Promoted to rank of Corporal. Mustered out March 23, 1919.Jakoubek, Alois Fred
Born in Pine County, Minnesota, March 28, 1897. He was the son of Joseph and Josephine Jakoubek, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Entered the service October 24, 1918, at Ladysmith, In 7th Company, 101st Division Trained at Camp Shelby, Miss. Mustered out December 28, 1918.Jakoubek, John Henry
Born in Pine County, Minnesota, January 19, 1895. He was the son of Joseph and Josephine Jakoubek, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Entered the service July 23, 1918 at Ladysmith, assigned to 342nd Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Transferred to Battalion D, 314th F. A. Saw action in the Meuse-Argonne. Ill No. 27 to December 10, 1918. Landed in United States May 28, and mustered out on June 12, 1919.James, Cornelius H.
Born at Dexterville, Wisconsin, June 23, 1897. He was the son of Mrs. Kate James, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted at Jefferson Bar., Missouri, December 29, 1915, in Company E, 57th Infantry Trained at Nogales, Ariz. Transferred to School of Arms, Fort Sill, Okla. Promoted to rank of 1st Sergt. In skirmish at Nogales, Ariz, in February 1916. Date of discharge unknown.Janota, James W.
Born at Cleveland, Ohio, September 7, 1896. He was the son of Joseph and Antoniette Janota, Chetek. Entered the service at Ladysmith, August 14, 1918, in Motor Transportation Corps. Unit NO. 544. Trained at the Sweeney Auto School, Kansas City, Fort Bliss, El Paso Texas, Jefferson Bar. Promoted to rank of sergeant. Ill with flu October 1 to 8, 1918, Kansas City. Mustered out April 23, 1919.Jaskowiak, Vincent
Born at Weyerhaeuser, Wisconsin, April 1, 1896. He was the son of Charlie and Rosa Jaskowiak. Entered the service at Ladysmith July 23, 1918, assigned to Company L, 342nd Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Transferred to 353rd Infantry, Company E. Saw action in the Meuse-Argonne. Ill with flu January 18 to 28, at Prun, Germany. Landed in United States May 22, 1919, and was mustered out June 1, 1919.Jelacic, Frank M.
Born in Hungary, December 3, 1892. He was the son of John and Theresa Jelacic, Ingram. Entered the service at St. Paul, Minnesota, July 24, 1918, assigned to Company I, 147th Infantry Trained at Camp Wadsworth, South Carolina Sailed for France September 25, 1918. Transferred to Company I, 311th Infantry Landed in United States on May 25, and mustered out June 8, 1918.Jelacic, Stephen
Born in Hungary, August 20, 1891. He was the son of John and Theresa Jelacic, Ingram. Entered the service July 24, 1918, at St. Paul, Minnesota, assigned to Company I, 147th Infantry Trained at Camp Wadsworth, South Carolina, and Camp Stewart, Virginia. Sailed for France September 15, 1918. Transferred to Company F, 55th Pioneer Infantry, to 331st Infantry to 147th Infantry, Company A, to Camp Dodge Detachment. Landed in United States March 22. Mustered out April 11, 1919.Jeske, Otto P.
Born at Oshkosh, Wisconsin, February 26, 1895. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Adolf Jeske. Enlisted in Troop K, March 26, 1919. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919.Johnson, Albert Henry
Born at Kimball, Wisconsin, December 16, 1891. He was the son of Chris and Mary Johnson, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Entered the service July 23, 1918, at Ladysmith, assigned to Company A, 311th Engineers, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Ill with flu September 28, to October 28, 1918, France. Landed in United States June 27, and mustered out July 8, 1919.Johnson, Alf
ArmyJohnson, Clarence
Born at Erwin, Iowa, November 17, 1893. He was the son of Hill and Sarah Johnson, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith, July 22, 1918, assigned to 21st Training Company, 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant. Sailed for France October 24, 1918. Transferred to 109th Company, Transportation Corps. Ill with flu in September 1918 at For Benjamin. Harrison. Landed in United States July 13, and was mustered out July 22, 1919.Johnson, Clarence H.
Born at Warner, Wisconsin, November 18, 1895. He was the son of Sam L. and Constance A. Johnson, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted at Chicago, Illinois, December 6, 1917, in 214th Aero Squadron. Trained at Kelly Field, St. Paul, and Memphis, Tenn. Sailed for France on July 14, 1918. Transferred to 304th Motor Train, 79th Division Promoted to rank of sergeant, flying status. Landed in United States May 28, and mustered out June 10, 1919.Johnson, Diedrich A.
Born at Bangor, Wisconsin December 4, 1881. He was the son of John and Mathilde Johnson. High school education. Enlisted in Troop K, July 2, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919. Promoted to rank of sergeant, always acting in capacity of chief of section while on front.Johnson, Herbert C.
Born at Glen Flora, Wisconsin, September 4, 1897. He was the son of Hill and Sarah Johnson. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 11917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until transferred to hospital February 8, 1919. Confined to hospital with rheumatism October 1, to March 20, 1918, Camp MacArthur, Texas, and from February 8, to April 25, 11919, France. Mustered out June 16, 1919.Johnson, John Thorsten
Born at Chicago, Illinois, February 11, 1895. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Martin E. Johnson. Entered the service on May 25th, 1918, at Camp Grant, assigned to Company L, 341st Infantry Trained at Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Transferred to Company K, 310 Infantry Saw action Meuse-Argonne. Ill with rheumatism, November 4th. Landed in United States March 3 and was mustered out March 26th.Johnson, Ludvic O.
Born at La Crosse, Wisconsin, December 25, 1887. He was the son of Lena Johnson, Hawkins. Entered the service at Ladysmith, July 23, 1918, assigned to Motor Transportation Corps, Unit No. 13, Camp Greenleaf, Georgia. Mustered out December 24, 1918.Jones, Emery Murl
Born in Vernon County, Wisconsin, April 15, 1894. He was the son of Tom and Martha Johnson, Weyerhaeuser. Entered the service at Ladysmith July 23, 1918, assigned to 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant. Sailed for France August 20, 1918. Transferred to Company G, 56th Infantry, to Casual Company No. 989. Was in action at Verdun. Wounded November 3, 1918, by shrapnel in left leg above the knee. Landed in United States March 11, 1919, mustered out on April 3, 1919.Jones, Hugh M.
Born at Dousman, Wisconsin, October 9, 1892. He was the son of Mrs. R. H. Jones, Madison, Wisconsin Graduate of University of Wisconsin. Entered the service April 12, 1917, at Escanaba, Michigan, in Battalion D, 1st Illinois, F. A. Trained at Fort Sheridan, Illinois, where was commissioned 2nd Lieutenant. Sailed for France December 24, 1917. Participated in Aisne-Marne, Oise-Aisne and St. Mihiel engagements. Returned to the States as an instructor and promoted to 1st Lieutenant. Transferred to 146th F. A., to 11th F. A. Brigade. Landed in United States October, 1, 1918. Mustered out January 4, 1919.Jones, Willard H.
Born at Russell, Minnesota, December 9, 1896. He was the son of Mrs. Anna Jones. Entered the service at Ladysmith October 24, 1918, assigned to 5th Company, 161st Depot Brigade, at Camp Grant. Mustered out December 27, 1918.Jordan, Harrison Lee
Born at West Lima, Wisconsin, August 7, 1888. He was the son of Isaac L. and Louisa Jordan. Enlisted at Camp Lewis, Wash., in the 59th Batn, 166th Depot Brigade. Trained at Camp Lewis, Wash., and Camp Kearney, California., Sailed August 12, 1918. Transferred to Company F, 159th Infantry, to Company D, 126th Infantry In Meuse-Argonne Offensive. Landed in United States May 14, 1919. Mustered out May 25, 1919.Jurecki, Steve
Born in Russia, September 14, 1895. He was the son of Phil and Lsbieta Jurecki, of Weyerhaeuser. Entered the service at Ladysmith May 28, 1918, assigned to 43rd Company, R. T. Corps. Trained at Camp Grant and at Camp Sherman, Ala. Sailed for France July 14, 1918. Ill with flu one week in France. Landed in United States June 12, and mustered out on June 24, 1919.Jurecki, William
Born in Russia, August 29, 1893. He was the son of Phil and Lsbieta Jurecki, Weyerhaeuser. Entered the service April 28, 1918, Ladysmith, assigned to Company L, 3rd Infantry Trained at Camp Eagle Pass, Texas. Sprained his ankle May 15, 1919, laid up until June 2. Ill with flu October 25 to November 18, 1918. Mustered out September 8, 1919.
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Kane, Robert L.
Born at Ellsworth, Wisconsin, February 21, 1894. He was the son of Martin and Jessie Kane, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Camp Dodge, Iowa, March 29, 1918, assigned to Company A, 163rd Depot Brigade. Trained at Camp Dodge, Fort Riley, and Camp Crane, Pennsylvania Sailed for France July 14, 1918. Transferred to Medical Detachment, to Ambulance Company No. 26, 3rd Sanitary Train. Saw action at St. Mihiel, Meuse-Argonne. Gassed October 15, 1918, in Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States April 2, and mustered out April 21, 1919.Kanske, Charles
Born at Harburg, Germany, January 22, 1887. He was the son of Henry and Philippine Kanske, Weyerhaeuser. Entered the service at Ladysmith July 16, 1918, assigned to Company H, 50th M. Gun Batn, 17th Division Trained at Camp Hancock, Georgia, and Beauregard, Louisiana. Mustered out February 5, 1919.Kanske, John
Born at Ackley, Iowa, August 9, 1896. He was the son of Henry and Philippine Kanske, Weyerhaeuser. Entered the service on December 15, 1916, at Duluth, Minnesota, in Company K, 35th Infantry Trained at Jefferson Bar., Fort Bliss Texas, and Camp Douglas Arizona. Sailed for France June 14, 1917. Transferred to Headquarters. Company, 18th Infantry Promoted to rank of Corporal. Was in action in Toul Sector, Soissons, St. Mihiel, Meuse-Argonne, and Aisne-Marne. Wounded November 5, 1917, trench caved in on left leg, leaving it permanently stiff. Landed in United States September 3, 1919. Is still in service in Headquarters. Company, 18th InfantryKarpuleon, Stephen R.
Born in Russia, July 6, 1881. He was the son of Rudolph and Mary Karpuleon. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 11917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919.Kast, Andrew
Born at Colby, Wisconsin, October 3, 1898. He was the son of Thomas C. and Caroline Kast. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919. Ill with mumps April 4 to April 25, 1918, Coetquidan, France.Kast, Francis H.
Born at Spring valley, Wisconsin, November 24, 1896. He was the son of Thomas c. and Caroline Kast, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service January 15, 1917, at Jefferson Bar., Missouri, in Company M, 12th Infantry Trained at Nogales, Ariz., Camp Steven Little, Camp Presidio, Cal., and at Camp Meade, Maryland. Transferred to Supply Company, 63rd Infantry, to Supply Company 72nd Infantry to Supply Company, 117th Infantry Promoted to rank of Wagoner. Ill with mumps February 10, 1918 at Camp Presidio, California. Furloughed to reserve July 9, 1919. Mr. Kast served in the same regiment, the 12th Infantry, as did his grandfather Francis P. Kast, in the Civil War.Kawalski, Paul
Born at Minneapolis, June 17, 1894. He was the son of Matt Kawalski, Weyerhaeuser. Entered the service at Ladysmith, July 23, 1918, assigned to Company B, 64th Infantry Trained at Camp Grant. Sailed for France August 25, 1918. Saw duty in Puener Sector, Landed in United States June 18, and was mustered out June 17, 1919.Keith, Main L.
Born at Pardeville, Wisconsin, May 20, 1896. Won of Wm. and Nettie Keith, Chetek. Entered the service April 29, 1918, at Ladysmith, assigned to Battalion B, 332 F. A., trained at Camp Grant, Camp Robinson, Sparta, Wisconsin Sailed for France September 15, 1918. Ill with flu October 12, to November 4, 1918, France. Ill with rheumatism January 25, to February 10, 1919, France. Landed in United States February 16, mustered out February 28, 1919.Kelly, Edward James
Born at La Crosse, Wisconsin, June 20, 1890. He was the son of David Kelly, Weyerhaeuser. Entered service at Fort Snelling, Minnesota, September 15, 1917, assigned to Company D, 21st Engineers. Trained at Camp Grant, Illinois Sailed for France December 26, 1917. Was in action in Toul Sector, St. Mihiel, and Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States June 10, and mustered out June 23, 1919.Kern, Beauford
Born at West Lima, Wisconsin, May 28, 1893. He was the son of Wm. and Edna Kern, Island Lake. Entered the service at Ladysmith July 23, 1918, assigned to Company E, 343rd Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Transferred to 253rd M. P. Landed in United States July 22, and mustered out July 30, 1919.Kern, Edmund
Born at West Lima, Wisconsin, April 5, 1897. He was the son of Wm. and Edna Kern, Island Lake. Entered the service September 7, 1918, at Ladysmith, assigned to the 163rd Depot Brigade, Camp Shelby, Miss. Mustered out December 31, 1918.Kern, Thelo A.
Born at South Bend, Indiana, October 5, 1886. He was the son of Geo. and Lena Kern. Entered the service July 23, 1918, assigned to 21st Company, 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant. Ill with stomach trouble November 2 to November 18, 1918, Camp Grant. Mustered out December 12, 1918.Kidd, John Edward
Born at Eau Claire, Wisconsin, August 12, 1889. He was the son of John K. and Anna E. Kidd, Eau Claire. Graduate of Eau Claire High School. Entered service May 25, 1918, at Ladysmith, assigned to Mail Detachment, 86th Division Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Transferred to Army P. O. No. 762. Promoted to Supply Sergt. Ill February 12 to 28 at Le Mans, France. Landed in United States July 13, 1919, mustered out July 22, 1919.Kies, Frank
Born at Algoma, Wisconsin, April 5, 1897. He was the son of John Kies, Winter, Wisconsin Enlisted in Troop K, June 3, 1917. Transferred to Battery B. Taken off transport March 22, 1918, sick with pneumonia, discharged from hospital September 10, 1918. Sailed for France September 17, 1918. Landed in United States January 30, 1919. Mustered out February 15, 1919.Kilgore, George Wesley
Born at Grand Forks, North Dakota, September 5, 1899. He was the son of George and Ellen Kilgore. Enlisted in Troop K, September 6, 1917. Transferred to Battery B. suffered broken leg when thrown from a horse, July 19, 1918, in hospital 11 months. Landed in United States November 3, 1918. Mustered out June 23, 1919.Kingsland, Robert B.
ArmyKinyon, Grant Henry
Born at Bradley, South Dakota, August 9, 1895. He was the son of L. H. and Mary Kinyon, Weyerhaeuser. Entered service at Ladysmith July 15, 1918, assigned to Headquarters. Company, 67th Infantry, Camp Sheridan, Ala. Promoted to rank of Musician 3rd Class Mustered out January 31, 1919.Kittleson, Harold James
Born in Trempeleau County, Wisconsin, September 17, 1891. He was the son of Charles and Hattie Kittleson, Murry. Entered service at Ladysmith, July 23, 1918, assigned to Company H, 355th Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Transferred to Company H, 111th Infantry Saw action at St. Mihiel. Ill with trench feet November 13, to December 23, 1918. Landed in United States May 3, 1919. Mustered out May 9, 1919.Klawiter, Frank Anton
Born at Connellsville, Pennsylvania, October 1, 1895. He was the son of Anton and Mary Klawiter. Entered service at Ladysmith May 25, 1918, assigned to Supply Company, 342nd Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France on September 9, 1918. Transferred to Company L, 342nd Infantry, to Guard Company No. 102, A. South Carolina Landed in United States July 7, and mustered out July 18, 1919.Klinger, Irvin S.
ArmyKlopfenstein, Christ F.
Born at West Concord, Minnesota, July 21, 1897. He was the son of Peter and Rosina Klopfenstein, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith, July 23, 1918, assigned to S. A. T. C., Peoria, Illinois, Transferred to 4th Ordnance Supply Company Mustered out March 10, 1919.Klopfenstein, Peter Jr.
Born at St. Louis, Missouri, February 18, 1894. He was the son of Peter and Rosina Klopfenstein, Ladysmith, entered service at Aberdeen, South Dakota, May 2, 1918, assigned to Company A, 23rd M. Gun Batn. Trained at Camp Fremont California. Mustered out February 12, 1919.Kobieluscz, Michael
Born at Istenda, Poland, August 17, 1888. He was the son of Thomas and Mary Kobieluscz, Port Arthur. Entered the service at Ladysmith May 25, 1918, assigned to 15th Company, 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant. Mustered out January 18, 1919.Klotz, Fritz Albert
Born in Germany, July 18, 1895. He was the son of Bruno and Minna Klotz. Enlisted in Troop K, June 30, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, to Headquarters. Company, 120th F. A. Promoted to rank of cook and retained by the Colonel as cook during the entire time of service. Mustered out May 16, 1919.Koehler, Lawrence P.
Born at Murdock, Minnesota, February 3, 1892. He was the son of Philip and Clara Koehler. Enlisted in Troop K. June 3, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, to Supply Company, 120th F. A., and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919.Krakovec, Martin T.
ArmyKrause, Edward Herman
Born at Abbottsford, Wisconsin, February 1, 1889. He was the son of Alfred and Anna Krause, Weyerhaeuser. Enlisted in Troop K, July, 1917. Transferred 1919. Mustered out February 15, 1919.Kressin, Arnold A.
Born at Lone Rock, Wisconsin, October 14, 1895. He was the son of Charles and Helena Kressin. Entered service at Fort Riley Kansas, June 29, 1918, assigned to 254th Field Hospital. Trained at Fort Riley Kansas. Mustered out January 19, 1919.Kuhlman, Arthur
Born at Neillsville, Wisconsin, December 22, 1892. He was the son of Charlie and Minnie Kuhlman, Tony. Entered service at Ladysmith, July 23, 1918, assigned to Company A, 81st Engineers. Trained at Camp Grant and Fort Benjamin Harrison, Indiana. Sailed for France October 26, 1918. Transferred to 137th Company, 19th Engineers. Landed in United States March 21, 1919. Mustered out April 11, 1919.
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LaBarge, Fred
ArmyLaBarge, Archie V.
Born at Warner, Wisconsin, February 7, 1891. He was the son of L. and Elizabeth LaBarge, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ladysmith, July 15, 1918, assigned to 4th Company, 1st Training Reg., Camp Hancock. Trained at Camp Hancock and Camp Devens. Transferred to 34th M. Gun Batn., Company B, 12th Division Promoted to rank of corporal. Mustered out February 1, 1919.Ladd, Henry
Born in Wood County, at Pittsville, Wisconsin, March 6, 1894. He was the son of Henry and Frances Ladd. Entered service at Ladysmith, August 2, 1918, assigned to 159th Depot Brigade. Trained at Camp Taylor, Kentucky. Transferred to 2nd Reg., S. A. R. D. Ill with flu October 10 to 26, 1918, at Camp Taylor. Mustered out December 11, 1918.LaFave, William Henry
Born at Weyerhaeuser, Wisconsin, January 21, 1891. He was the son of Joseph and Martha LaFave. Entered service at Stevens Point, Wisconsin, July 24, 1918. assigned to Company K. 118th Engineers. Trained at Fort Benjamin Harrison, Indiana. Sailed for France October 26, 1918. Transferred to 52nd Company, Transportation Corps. Landed in United States July 2, and was mustered out July 12, 1919.Lane, Ray E.
Born at Turtle Lake, Wisconsin, February 10, 1897. He was the son of T. J. and Martha Lane, Hawkins, Wisconsin Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battalion B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919. Promoted to rank of Bugler.Lambert, Delor
Born in Canada, May 19, 1884. He was the son of Tom and Alexina Lambert, Ingram. Entered service at Ladysmith, September 21, 1918, assigned to Company A, 9th Trench mortar Batry. Trained at New Orleans, Camp Nichols. Mustered out December 21, 1919.Lambert, Eugene
Born at Montreal, Can., November 12, 1892. He was the son of Tom and Alexina Lambert, Ingram. Entered service at Ladysmith August 5, 1918, assigned to Company K, 120th Infantry. Trained at Camp Shelby, Miss. Sailed for France September 1, 1918. Landed in United States April 15, mustered out April 22, 1919.Lambert, Fred A.
Born at Ingram, Wisconsin, August 21 1895. He was the son of Tom and Alexina Lambert, Ingram. Entered service at Ladysmith, April 2, 1918, assigned to Company G, 3543d Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France May 1, 1918. Promoted to rank of corporal. Saw action at St. Mihiel, and Meuse-Argonne. Gassed in Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States April, mustered out April 15, 1919.Larson, Ben
Born in Town of Big Bend, Rusk Company, Wisconsin, January 22, 1887. He was the son of C. P. and Inga Larson, Weyerhaeuser. Entered the service at Ladysmith July 23 1918, assigned to Company L, 342nd Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Transferred to Cook Company No. 5, A. S. C., Le Mans. Promoted to rank of cook. Ill with flu at Le Havre, October 1, to 10, 1918. Landed in United States July 13, and was mustered out July 22, 1919.Larson, Carl E.
Born at Albert Lea, Minnesota, January 22, 1890. He was the son of N. P. Larson, Albert Lea, Minnesota Entered the service at Camp Green, N. C., February 28, 1918, assigned to M. Gun Company, 47th Infantry Sailed for France May 10, 1819. Transferred to Prisoner of War Escort, No. 9. Promoted to rank of corporal. Saw action in the Aisne-Marne. Wounded August 7, near Fismes, shrapnel in left arm. Landed in United States October 31, and mustered out No. 4, 1919.Larson, Carl O.
Born in Town of Big Bend, Rusk County, Wisconsin, December 18, 1897. He was the son of C. P. and Inga Larson, Weyerhaeuser. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, to 107th Trench Mortar Battalion, and remained with it until mustered out May 20, 1919. Reenlisted for one year on day of discharge, Now at Camp Dix, in Machine Gun Company, 50th Infantry.Larson, Elmer
Born in Town of Big Bend, Rusk Company, Wisconsin, July 1, 1888. He was the son of C. P. and Inga Larson. Entered service at Ladysmith March 16, 1918, assigned to Company E, 39th Infantry, 4th Division Trained at Camp Green, N. C. Sailed for France May 10, 1918. Transferred to Base Hospital No. 25, to 37th Division, Company L, 145th Infantry Saw action at Chateau Thierry, Aisne-Marne, St. Mihiel, Meuse-Argonne. Was wounded October 11, 1918, in Argonne Woods, flesh wound on cheek and in back. Landed in United States April 2, mustered out April 16, 1919.Larson, John C.
Born at Christiana, Norway, October 22, 1895. Son and Carrie Larson, Weyerhaeuser. Enlisted in Troop K, June 29, 1917. Transferred to Battery B. and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919.Larson, Leo
ArmyLarson, Lewis
ArmyLarson, Otto W.
Born in Town of Big Bend, Rusk Company, Wisconsin, February 6, 1890. He was the son of C. P. and Inga Larson, Weyerhaeuser. Entered service at Camp Lewis, Wash., May 28, 1918, assigned to Infantry Replacement Company Sailed for France July 24, 1918. Transferred to Company K, 127th Infantry, 32nd Division Saw action in Oise-Aisne, Juvigny, Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States May 5, mustered out May 18, 1919.LaVigne, George
Born at Port Edwards, Wisconsin, May 24, 1895. He was the son of John B. and Nellie M. LaVigne. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, to Battalion B. 77th F. A., to Casual Company Gassed August 8, 11918, in hospital August 8, to September 20, Landed in United States May 20, 1919. Mustered out May 25, 1919.Leaf, Otis E.
Born at Chicago, Illinois, May 7, 1896. He was the son of C. and Sophia Leaf, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith August 8, 19`18, assigned to 9th Company, 1st Prov. Training Reg., 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant, also trained at Camp MacArthur, Texas. Mustered out December 29, 1918.Leatherman, Walter H.
Born at Herman, Minnesota, February 6, 1897. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Godfrey Leatherman. Entered the service at Ladysmith, October 24, 1918, assigned to 5th Company, Infantry Replacement Camp, Camp Shelby, Miss. Transferred to Camp Grant where he was mustered out December 27, 1918.Leonhard, Louis J.
Born at East Hollandtown, Wisconsin, October 5, 1893. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Leonhard, Sr., Tony. Entered service at Ripon, Wisconsin, April 2, 1918, assigned to Battalion E, 69th c. A. C. Trained at Fort Stevens, Oregon. Sailed for France August 17, 1918. Landed in United States February 18, and mustered out March 8, 1919.Lessor, Archie
Born at Timmie, Wisconsin, March 5, 1894. He was the son of Isadore Lessor, Ingram. Entered the service at Duluth, Minnesota, October 12, 1917, in Company D, 59th Infantry, 4th Division Trained at Camp Grant and Camp Dodge and Camp Cody, N. Mex. Sailed for France July 17, 1918. Transferred to 88th Division, to 34th Division, to 4th Division Saw action at Chateau Thierry, Aisne-Marne, Vesle, St. Mihiel, and Meuse-Argonne. Ill October 10 to November 23, 1918, at Base Hosp. No. 52., France Landed in United States August 1, and mustered out August 8, 1919.Letson, Guy H.
Born at Clayton, Wisconsin, January 17, 1895. He was the son of Eugene and Edith Letson. Entered service at Ladysmith July 23, 1918, assigned to Company K, 344th Infantry, Camp Grant, Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Transferred to Company G, 148th Infantry. Saw action in Olsene Drive and St. Mihiel. Landed in United States March 28, and mustered out April 16, 1919.Letson, Raymond L.
ArmyLinhart, Ruben
ArmyLister, John
ArmyLorenz, William F.
Born at Council Bluffs, Iowa, June 19, 1891. He was the son of Edward and Barbara Lorenz. Entered service at Ladysmith, August 8, 1918, assigned to Battalion C, 77th F. A. Trained at Camp MacArthur, Texas. Sailed for France September 30, 1918. Transferred to Hdqrs. Company, 4th Ammunition Train. In action in the Meuse-Argonne. Ill at Kaisersech, Germany, December 20, 1918. Landed in United States August 6, and mustered out August 20, 1919.Long, Franklin R.
Born at Richmond, Virginia., February 28, 1895. He was the son of Henry Long. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, to A. R. D. 324, Camp MacArthur and remained with it until mustered out in May 1919. Promoted to rank of sergeant.Loucks, Harry
Born at Cherokee, Iowa, April 1, 1895. He was the son of Mrs. Kitty Loucks. Entered the service at Ladysmith July 23, 1918m assigned to 161st Depot Brigade. Trained at Camp Grant and Fort Benj. Harrison. Sailed for France October 27, 1918. Transferred to Company A, 81st Engineers, to 137th Transportation Corps. Landed in United States March 21, 1919. Mustered out April 12, 1919.Luell, William E.
Born at Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, May 9, 1895. He was the son of George and Mary Luell, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Graduate of Ladysmith High School. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, to A. R. D. No. 324, Camp MacArthur to A. R. D. No. 312, Montgomery, Ala. Promoted to 2nd Lieut. Mustered out December 23, 1918.Luethi, Ed
Born in Town of Montana, Buffalo Company, Wisconsin, February 9, 1897. He was the son of John and Bertha Luethi, Island Lake. Entered the service at Ladysmith September 25, 1918, assigned to 161st Depot Brigade. Trained at Camp Grant and MacArthur, Texas. Ill with flu October 1918, Camp Grant. Mustered out January 2, 1919.Luethi, John
Born at Waumandee, Wisconsin, on August 5, 1890. He was the son of John and Bertha Luethi, Island Lake. Entered the service at Ladysmith July 23, 1918, assigned to A. S. S. U. No. 670, attached to French. Trained at Camp Greenleaf, Georgia. Sailed for France on September 6, 1918. Ill with measles October 20 to November 10, 1918, France Landed in United States June 4, and mustered out June 17, 1918.Lund, Harold
Born at Christiania, Norway March 3, 1897. He was the son of Chris and Rachael Lund, Hawkins. Entered the service at Ladysmith September 3, 1918, assigned to General Hosp., No. 14, Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia. Mustered out February 17, 1919.Lundgren, Axel
Born in Cedar County, Nebraska, March 25, 1895. He was the son of Rudolph Lundgren, Bruce, Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery A, 120th F. A., and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919. Ill with mumps April 15 to April 30, 1918, Coetquidan, France.Lybert, Camiel
Born at Pocahontas, Iowa, April 1, 1894. He was the son of Camiel and Leona Lybert, Tony. Entered the service at Ladysmith, May 21, 1918, assigned to Bat B, 332 M. Gun Batn. Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Transferred to Company B, 9th M. Gun Batn. Saw action in the Meuse-Argonne. Date of discharge unavailable.
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Macomber, Chester A.
ArmyMaffett, Bert Harold
Born at Hutchinson, Minnesota, October 26, 1891. He was the son of James and Libbie Maffet, Weyerhauser. Attended University of Washington three years. Entered service at Seattle, Wash., July 15, 1917, Washington National Guard. Trained for Worden, Wash., Fort Monroe, Virginia. Served overseas. Further information unavailable.Magee, Perry J.
Born at Sanborn, Wisconsin, March 6, 1896. He was the son of Mrs. J. A. Kramer. Attended high school one year. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until transferred to hospital September 8, 1918. Gassed September 8, 1918, Juvigny. Landed in United States February 14, 1919. Mustered out April 20, 1919.Magnus, Adolph H.
Born at Christiania, Norway, February 10, 1887. He was the son of C. A. Magnus, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Graduate of St. Olaf's College, Northfield, Minnesota Entered the service at Ladysmith March 16, 1918, in Company A, 31st Engineers. Trained at Fort Leavenworth, Kan. Sailed for France June 7, 1918. Transferred to Hdqrs. Company, to Univ. of Bourdeaux. Promoted to rank of 2nd Lieutenant. Ill with flu February 10 to 24, 1919, at Saumur, France. Landed in United States August 12, mustered out August 19, 1919.Magnus, C. Alexander
Born at Amery, Wisconsin, July 19, 1892. He was the son of C. A. Magnus, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Graduate of University of Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B. Promoted to rank of sergeant. Mustered out May 16, 1919.Maier, William
ArmyMalick, Frank P.
ArmyMaloney, Gerald C.
Born at Whitehall, Wisconsin, July 18, 1897. He was the son of D. W. and E. E. Maloney, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Attended University of Wisconsin one year. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, transferred to Candidate's School. Saumur, France. Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant., assigned to Battery E, 103rd F. A. Battles participated in: Haute-Alsace, and Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States April 22, 1919. Mustered out April 29, 1919.Mandl, Andrew
Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, Hospital at Camp MacArthur. No further information available.Manley, Byrne
Born at Viola, Wisconsin, May 1, 1890. He was the son of George Manley, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Attended high school three years, graduate of Rusk County Training School. Entered service at Graybow, Mont., in Mont. Nat. Guard shortly after war was Decemberlared. Sailed for France in December 1917. Promoted to rank of sergeant, attended Candidate's School at Langace and on graduation was given certificate of eligibility for promotion to 2nd Lieutenant, shortly before returning was offered choice of commission or returning to States for discharge, preferred to return. Landed in United States in February 1919. Mustered out in March, 1919.Marburger, Gust
Born at Bellevue, Iowa, February 3, 1880. He was the son of Dan and Emma Marburger, Bellevue, Ia. Entered the service at Ladysmith March 11, 1918, assigned 1st Batn. Hdqrs., 75th C. A. C. Trained at Fort Moultrie, South Carolina Sailed for France October 5, 1918. Landed in United States March 13 and was mustered out March 31, 1919.Marcott, Clarence
Born at Stetsonville, Wisconsin, December 26, 1894. He was the son of Leander and Mary Marcott. Entered the service at Columbus, Ohio, July 17, 1918, assigned to Company A, 323 M. Gun Batn, Camp Hancock. Sailed for France November 10, 1918. Landed in United States January 31, and mustered out February 17, 1919.Marks, William R.
ArmyMarrier, Chauncey
Born at Centerville, Minnesota He was the son of Jerry and Josephine Marrier, Hawkins, Wisconsin, Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, to Company L, 1st. A. H. R. Infantry, to Military Police. Sailed for France March 27, 1918. Landed in United States in July, 1919. Mustered out in July 1919.Marszolek, John
Born in Austria-Poland, May 21, 1897. He was the son of Stanley and Victoria Marszolek, Conrath. Entered service at Ladysmith, September 5, 1918, assigned to 39th Company, 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant. Transferred to Camp Adjutant's Detach, Camp Grant. Mustered out September 27, 1919.Martinsen, Sigurd A.
Born at Sonnen, Norway, June 25, 1890. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Martinsen. College Graduate. Entered the service at Camp Grant, July 23, 1918. Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Transferred to Company B, 323 M. Gun Batn. Landed in United States January 31, mustered out February 17, 1919.Matchett, Edward R.
Born at Amacoy Lake, Wisconsin, December 3, 1896. He was the son of Mrs. C. J. Lane, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B. Sailed for France March 28, 1918. Promoted to rank of corporal. Mustered out May 16, 1919.Mattison, Frank Andrew
Born in Lancaster Company, Nebraska, March 31, 1896. He was the son of Andrew and Christiania Mattison, Weyerhaeuser. Entered the service at Ladysmith July 14, 1918, in Company B, 305th Batn Tank Corps. Trained at Camp Colt, Gettysburg, and Camp Polk, Raleigh, N. Ca. Ill with flu October 5, to Oct 12, 1918, Camp Polk. Mustered out December 31, 1918.Mattoon, Oscar H.
Born May 24, 1889. He was the son of Steven and Mary Mattoon. Entered service at Ladysmith July 15, 1918, assigned to 4th M. Gun Company, 1st Group, Camp Hancock, Georgia. Sailed for France September 18, 1918. Transferred to 147th M. Gun Batn, to 347th M. Gun Batn. Hdqrs. Detach. Sec. No. 4, to Casual Company Ill October 27, 1918, France Landed in United States July 19, mustered out July 28, 1919.Mauch, George T.
Born at Appleton, Wisconsin, November 8, 1895. He was the son of August Mauch, Conrath. Entered service at Ladysmith May 25, 1918, assigned to Company I, 342d Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Transferred to Company I, 55th Infantry In action in Puvenelle Sector. Landed in United States June 20, mustered out June 28, 1919.Mayou, Carl
Born at Stewartsville, Minnesota, May 14, 1894. He was the son of W. E. Mayou. Entered service at Ladysmith May 1, 1918, assigned to Company H, 51st Infantry Trained a Camp Wadsworth. Sailed for France July 5, 1918. Saw action inVosges and Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States June 12, mustered out on June 23, 1919.McCorison, George Allen
Born at Ashland, Wisconsin, April 18, 1898. He was the son of Joseph L. and Ethel A. McCorison, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop K, March 26, 1917. Transferred to Battery B. Sailed for France April 15, 1918. Ill December 1918 to December 1919. Attached to Hdqrs. Company, 340 Infantry, for transportation home. Landed in United States April 2, 1919. Mustered out April 25, 1919.McCracken, Ford
Born at Norwalk, Wisconsin, April 30, 1897. He was the son of I. F. and Viola McCracken Island Lake. Entered service at Milbank, s. DAk., assigned to Cook's and Baker's School, Fort Riley. Trained at Fort Riley, Camp Upton and Camp Funston. Promoted to rank of Cook. Ill with measles December 2, to January 1, 1919, at Fort Riley, Kan. Mustered out July 30, 1919.McCracken, Virginial
Born at M. Tabor, Wisconsin, Oct 20, 1893. He was the son of I. F. and Viola McCracken, Island Lake. Entered service at Ladysmith August 6, 1918, assigned to Replacement Company, CAmp Shelby, Miss. Sailed for France October 5, 1918. Transferred to Company D, 151st Infantry Ill with measles, Camp Shelby, September 2 to 9, 1918, with mumps December 24 to January 20, 1919, France. Landed in United States on March 6, mustered out April 4, 1919.McCullough, James
ArmyMcDermid, Joseph Elmer
Born at Minneapolis, Minnesota, in 1894. He was the son of A. M. McDermid, Ingram. Attended high school two years. Entered service at Chicago, December 20, 1917, in medical enlisted reserve corps. Mustered out January 4, 1919.McGlothlin, Guy William
Born at Knapp, Wisconsin, April 24, 1887. Entered service July 23, 1918. Trained at Camp Lewis, Wash., assigned to Cook's and Baker's School. Promoted to rank of Sergt. 1st Cl., instructor at Cook's and Baker's School. Date of discharge unavailable.McGlynn, Carroll
Born at Wllendale, North Dakota, June 22, 1892. He was the son of William and Mary McGlynn. Entered service at Ladysmith, May 24, 1918, assigned to Hdqrs. Company, 342d Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Transferred to 3rd Provisional Training Reg. Landed in United States July 2 and mustered out July 12, 1919.McIsaac, John
Born at Bruce, Wisconsin, April 17, 1896. He was the son of John and Lena McIsaac. Entered service March 17, 1915, at Moose Jaw, Canada, in Company C, 46th. Canadian Infantry Batn. Trained at Moose Jaw, Can., and Sewell Camp England. Sailed for France June 31, 1915. Transferred to 4th Batn. Can. M. Gun Corps, promoted to rank of corporal. Was in the following battles: Sanctuary Woods, Somme, vimy, Avion, Hill 70, Passchaendale, Amiens, Battle of Arras, Bourlon Woods, valenciennes. Wound at Neuve Chappelle September24, 1915, sniper bullet in thigh, again at Hill 70, August 24, 1917, shrapnel in shoulder, again at St. Pierre, December 17, 1917, shrapnel in ankle. Landed at Halifax June 13, and mustered out June 16, 1919.McKnight, Lester A.
Born at Aurora, Illinois, April 3, 1894. He was the son of James F. and Mary E. McKnight, Conrath, Wisconsin Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, to A. R. D. No. 324, Camp McArthur. Promoted to rank of Q. M. C. Sergt, Q. M. Corps. Mustered out March 30, 1919.McLean, Donald
Born at LeSueur Center, Minnesota. He was the son of Alexander and Erva McLean, Le Sueur Center, Minnesota Enlisted in Troop K, March 27, 1917. Transferred to Battery B. to hospital November 15. Sick with flu November 15, to November 25, 1918. Landed in United States April 2, 1919. Mustered out April 11, 1919.McMillan, Albert K.
Born in Jackson Company, Wisconsin, July 30, 1899. He was the son of Minor and Hattie McMillan, Gilman. Entered service June 17, 1917, at Beloit, Wisconsin, in Company G. 3rd Am. Train. Sailed for France in October 1917. Transferred to Troop A., Prov. Cavalry, Am. Forces in Germany. Saw action in Aisne-Marne, Chateau Thierry, St. Mihiel, and the Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States in September 1919 and mustered out the same month.McNally, Dale Arren
Born in Richland Company, Wisconsin, March 16, 1894. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. O. H. McNally, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted at Duluth, Minnesota, in May 24, 1917. Trained at El Paso, Texas. Sailed for France. September 10, 1917. Promoted to rank of sergeant. Saw section at Chateau Thierry, Soissons, St. Mihiel, Campagne, Verdun, Pont-au-Mousson, and Meuse-Argonne. Served as a motorcycle dispatch rider for six months. Landed in United States August 8, mustered out August 15, 1919.Mead, Hallie
Born at New Lisbon, Wisconsin, March 9, 1898. He was the son of Joh Mead, Hawkins. Entered service at La Crosse, January 10, 1918, in Troop D, 8th Cavalry. Trained at Jefferson Bar., Marfa, Texas, Glenn Springs, Texas, Ill with flu No. 15, to 30, 1918 at Glen Springs, Texas, Mustered out September 9, 1919.Michael, Waldo
Born at Rossville, Indiana, January 3, 1892. He was the son of Mr. and Mr. Geo. vanBuren. Entered service at Ladysmith July 15, 1918, assigned to 121st Company, Camp Hancock, Georgia. Mustered out February 11, 1919.Miles, Benjamin H.
Born at Stetsonville, Wisconsin, June 19, 1888. He was the son of Samuel C. Miles. Entered service at Phillips, Wisconsin, February 28, 1918, assigned to Company H, 47th Infantry Trained at Camp Green, N. Car. Sailed for France May 20, 1918. Was in action in the Aisne-Marne, Vesle, and Meuse-Argonne. Wounded August 10, near St. Thibeaut. Landed in United States July 26, mustered out August 4, 1919.Miller, Albert
ArmyMiller, Albert B.
Born at West Lima, Wisconsin, Oct 9, 1892. He was the son of Mrs. L. A. Miller. Entered service at Ladysmith July 23, 1918, assigned to Company H, 344th Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Transferred to Company H, 148th Infantry In Action at Olsene, Belgium and St. Mihiel. Wounded November 5, on Olsene Front, shrapnel in right side. Landed in United States March 28, mustered out on April 15, 1919.Miller, Bedford Wallace
ArmyMiller, John J.
Born at Rockton, Wisconsin, February, 21, 1888. He was the son of Eli and Philura Miller. Enlisted at Ladysmith April 14, 1917, in Troop K, 1st Wisconsin Cav. Trained at Camp Douglas. Given Surgeon's Certificate of Disability, stiffened index finger of right hand, on September 5, 1917.Miller, Neil S.
Born at Menomonie, Wisconsin, April 18, 1895. He was the son of J. Miller, Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin Graduate of River Falls Normal School. Enlisted in Troop K, June 29, 1917. Promoted to rank of Sergt. Transferred to Battery B, to Candidate's School, Saumur, France. Graduated January 25, 1919, transferred to Battery B. Promoted to 1st, Sergt. Mustered out May 16, 1919.Miller, Otto
ArmyMingage, Robert H.
ArmyMiniatt, Stanley
ArmyMinot, Albert A.
Born in Russia, September 2, 1890. Entered service at Park Falls, May 12, 1917, in Company A, 6th Wisconsin Infantry Trained at Camp Douglas and Camp MacArthur. Sailed for France February 18, 1918. Transferred to Company C. 120th M. Gun Batn. In action in Haute-Alsace, Aisne-Marne, Oise-Aisne, Juvigny. Wounded August 29, Juvigny. Landed in United States March 19, mustered out April 5, 1919.Mitchell, Gus
ArmyMizener, Elzie
Born at Frankville, Iowa, February 5, 1896. He was the son of Chris and Emma Mizener, Bruce, Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop K, May 31, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919.Moore, Daniel J.
Born at Stevens Point, Wisconsin, March 19, 1891. He was the son of Thos. H. and Agnes H. Moore, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. High school graduated and attended college 2 years. Enlisted at Rhinelander, December 11, 1919, in Company L, 127th Infantry Sailed February 10, 1918. Transferred to Company L, 61st Infantry, 5th Division Promoted to 2nd Lieut. Battles participated in: Aisne-Marne; Oise-Aisne, Juvigny. Slightly wounded August 1st, gassed August 1st. Landed in United States May 5, 1919. Mustered out May 29, 1919.Moore, James
Born at Pardeeville, Wisconsin, September 19, 1890. He was the son of Alex Moore and Tillie Moore-Roberts. Attended high school three years, now attending University of Wisconsin under government vocational training. Enlisted in Troop K, June 30, 1917. Transferred to Battalion B, and remained with until wounded August 7, 1918. at St. Giles by a piece of shell. He was acting gunner corporal and was busy sighting the piece and did not lie down on the approach of the shell, a piece of which struck his helmet just over the left eye, cutting his forehead and putting out his left eye. Had not the piece of shell been turned in the course by the helmet death would most certainly have resulted. Landed in United States February 7, 1919. Mustered out March 7, 1919.Morrill, Clyde D.
ArmyMorrison, Woody
ArmyMoss, Claude
Born March. 22, 1897, He was the son of Shille and Olive Moss, Hawkins. Entered service at Ladysmith August 5, 1918, assigned to Company H, 339th Infantry, Camp Grant. Mustered out January 12, 1919.Moss, Reuben
Born at Dorchester, Wisconsin, November 12, 1895. He was the son of Shille and Olive Moss, Hawkins. Entered service at Ladysmith, May 5, 1918, assigned to Company D, 53d Infantry Trained at Camp Wadsworth. South Carolina Sailed for France July 6, 1918. In action in Haute-Alsace and Meuse-Argonne. Wounded September 5, 1918, Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States on June 12, and mustered out June 21, 1919.Morrison, Walter S.
Born at Perkinstown, Wisconsin, April 1, 1892. He was the son of Neil and Jane Morrison, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery A, 120 F. A., and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919.Mouzakey, George
Born in Greece, February 13, 1897. He was the son of Dan and Mary Mouzakey. Entered service September 5, 1918, at Ladysmith, assigned to 39th Company, 161st Depot Brigade, at Camp Grant. Promoted to rank of corporal in charge of canteen. Mustered out May 10, 1919.Mullian, Robert Eugene
Born July 23, 1896. He was the son of R. R. and Elizabeth Mullian, Dallas, Wisconsin Enlisted in Troop K April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B. Battles participated in: Haute-Alsace, and Aisne_Marne. Gassed August 30, 1918. Landed in United States April 23, 1919. Mustered out May 8, 1919.Munger, Clark
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Nalley, Edward B.
Born at Lincoln, Nebraska, June 9, 1897. He was the son of Mrs. Elizabeth Davis, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Attended high school three years. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, to hospital September 28. Ill, September 28 1918 to January 4, 1919. Landed in United States February 23, 1919. Mustered out March 11, 1919.Nachtwey, Winfred
Born at Lansing, Ia., November 9, 1890. He was the son of Theodore and Mary Nachtwey. Entered service June 14, 1918, at Madison, assigned to Company B, Training Detachment, Madison. Transferred to Chemical Warfare Service, Co, B. Mustered out December 20, 1918.Naymaster, William
Born at Silverlake, Minnesota, May 27, 1892. He was the son of John and Mary Naymaster. Entered service at Devil's Lake, North Dakota, April 29, 1918, assigned to Company K, 358th Infantry, Camp Dodge, also trained at Camp Travis. Sailed for France June 19, 1918. Transferred to Casual Company In action at St. Mihiel. Gassed at St. Mihiel. Ill with pleurisy, Tours France. Landed in United States on December 24, and mustered out January 28, 1919.Neitzel, Arthur J.
Born at Curtis, Wisconsin, July 4, 1898. He was the son of John H. and Mary Neitzel, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, to Bat, E, 147th F. A. Sailed for France May 10, 1918. Landed in United States May 23, 1919. Mustered out June 1, 1919.Nelson, Carl Joseph
Born at Chicago, Illinois, November 25, 1895. He was the son of John A. and Clara Nelson, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ladysmith, May 25, 1918, assigned to 15th Company, 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant, also trained at Camp Joseph E. Johnston, Fla. Sailed for France August 14, 1918. Transferred to Field Remount Squadron, No. 314. In action in Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States May 27, mustered out June 20, 1919.Nelson, Edward
Born at Bruce, Wisconsin, February 20, 1898. He was the son of Henry and May Nelson, Bruce, Wisconsin Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, to Base Hospital, February 4, 1918. Ill February 4, to April 15, 1918, Camp MacArthur. Mustered out January 13, 1919.Nelson, Elmer
Born at Cameron, Wisconsin, on February 18, 1896. He was the son of C. A. and Marie Nelson. Entered service at Superior, Wisconsin, May 3, 1918, assigned to 27th Company, Jefferson Bar., Missouri, also trained at Camp Gatun, Panama Canal. Transferred to M. Gun Company, 33rd Infantry Mustered out April 26, 1919.Nelson, Mathew
Born in Norway, April 28, 1897. He was the son of Martin and Elida Nelson, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ladysmith, September 10, 1918, assigne to 607 Infantry Replacement. Mustered out January 7, 1919.Nelson, Nels
Born at Dexterville, Wisconsin, on May 10, 1895. He was the son of L. G. Nelson, Hawkins. Entered service July 23, 1918, at Ladysmith, assigned to Company C, 87th Engineers. Trained at Fort Benj. Harrison. Promoted to rank of sergeant. Mustered out on December 6, 1919.Nelson, Philip E.
Born at Curtiss, Wisconsin, September 1, 1894. He was the son of Emil and Hulda Nelson. High school graduate. Entered service at Columbus, Ohio, December 12, 1917, in Ordnance Corps. Trained at Camps Grant, Sheridan, and Hancock. Sailed for France July 9, 1918. Promoted to rank of Ordnance Sergeant. In action at St. Mihiel. Ill August 1918, and January 1919, France. Landed in United States July 17, mustered out July 24, 1919.Nelson, Sigurd
Born in Norway, May 16, 1893. He was the son of Martin and Elida Nelson, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ada, Minnesota, February 15, 1918, assigned to Forest Reserve Engineers. Camp 4, Schaefer Bros., Wash. Mustered out Jan 10, 1919.Nerison, Oscar
Born at Cameron, Wisconsin, March 9, 1897. He was the son of Mrs. Emma Rhines, Hawkins. Entered service at Ladysmith on May 25, 1918, assigned to Camp Hancock. Ill at Camp Custer in January, 1919. Mustered out February 25, 1919.Neuhring, George C.
Born at Sac City, Ia., April 19, 1890. He was the son of Fred and Katherine Neuhring, Tony. Entered service at Ladysmith July 23,1918, assigned to M. Gun Company, 341st Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Transferred to M. Gun Company, 325th Infantry In action in Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States May 14, mustered out May 24, 1919.Newhoff, Arthur Edward
Born at Waukesha, Wisconsin, June 22, 1898. He was the son of Anna Newhoff. Enlisted in Troop K, June 3, 1917. Transferred to Battery B. Fractured right arch September 2, in hospital until October 11, 1918. Kicked on knuckle of third finger, left hand, by horse January 1, 1919, in hospital until March 15, 1919, knuckled badly fractured and has not yet recovered. Mustered out May 21, 1919.Newhoff, William A.
Born at Racine, Wisconsin, October 18, 1893. He was the son of Mrs. Anna Newhoff, Glen Flora, Wisconsin Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16. Promoted to rank of corporal.Newhouse, Joseph Andrew
Born at Loyal, Wisconsin, July 16, 1896. He was the son of Theodore and Elizabeth Newhouse, Tony. Entered service at Ladysmith August 14, 1918, assigned to motor Transportation Corps, Motorcycle Company, No. 309. Trained at Camp Benning, Ohio, Camp Joseph E. Johnston. Mustered out July 16, 1919.Nichols, Oran A.
Enlisted in Troop K, June 29, 1917. Transferred to Battery A, 120th F. A. Afflicted with rheumatism, discharged because of physical disability, February 10, 1918.Nilson, Ragnor L.
ArmyNordin, Sigurd Otto
Born at Theodore, Saskatchewan, Canada. He was the son of John and Mary Nordin. Enlisted in Troop K, March 26, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until wounded in foot, October 15, 1918 near Eponville, in hospital until January 1919. Transferred to Company C. 330th Machine Gun Battalion. Promoted to rank of chief horseshoer. Landed in United States April 8, 1919. Mustered out April 18, 1919.
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Odash, Willie M.
ArmyOffner, Fred Joseph Richard
Born at Lawrence, Kansas. He was the son of William and Mary Offner, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919. Ill October 20, to October 25, 1918.Olden, George
Born in Trempealeau Company, Wisconsin, August 2, 1893. Enlisted in Troop K, April 22, 1917. Transferred to Battalion B. Sailed for France March 30. Landed in United States May 4, 1919. Mustered out May 16, 1919.Olson, Leonard C.
Born at Herman, Minnesota, June 15, 1897. He was the son of Olaf and Anna Olson, Weyerhaeuser. Graduated from high school, attended Univ. of Wisconsin, one year. Entered service at Madison, Wisconsin, January 2, 1918., in 633re Squadron, Kelly Field No. 1., where he trained. Ill Jan 9 to March 10, with pneumonia and measles, at Jefferson Bar., Missouri At last report was still in service, expecting to get out in April, 1920.Olson, Sigward
ArmyOtis, Paul
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Park, Elmer Verner
Born at Ladysmith, Wisconsin, July23, 1894. He was the son of Alex and Marie Park, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted April 16, 1918, at Ladysmith in Company, C, 63d Engineers. Trained at Fort Benj. Harrison, Indiana. Sailed for France July 17, 1918. Transferred to Casuals of 2nd Engineer. Saw action in battle of St. Mihiel, one month, was taken sick, sent to hospital for three days. Landed in United States June 30, and mustered out July 10, 1919.Parker, Hiram O.
Born in Wisconsin, on March 17, 1895. He was the son of Theodore and Ella Parker. Entered service at Ladysmith, May 25, 1918, assigned to Company H, 342d Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Transferred to Company I, 55th Infantry Saw duty in the Puvenelle Sector. Ill with tonsilitis, December 12, and with mumps February 19, 1919, in France. Landed in United States June 19, and was mustered out June 27, 1919.Pearsall, Charles
ArmyPersok, Leo P.
ArmyPeterson, Andrew
Born at Miller, South Dakota, June 29, 1895. He was the son of Anna Peterson, Fort City, (May be Forest City) Iowa. Entered service June 29, 1918, at Camp Dodge, assigned to Company C, 349th Infantry Sailed for France July 15, 1918. Saw action at St. Mihiel. Landed in United States August 3, and was mustered out August 18, 1919.Peterson, Emil
Born in Town of Big Bend, Rusk Company, Wisconsin, December 30, 1896. He was the son of Helmar and Mathia (Martha) Peterson, Bruce, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ladysmith September 5, 1918, assigned to 39th Company, 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant. Transferred to Company H, 2nd Batn. Infantry, Replacement Center, Cam MacArthur. Mustered out January 14, 1919.Peterson, Frederick
Born at Miller, S. D., May 6, 1897. He was the son of Anna Peterson, Forest City, Iowa. (Maybe Fort City) Entered service June 29, 1918, assigned to Company C, 338th M. Gun Batn., Camp Dodge. Sailed for France July 22, 1918. In action in St. Mihiel. Landed in United States on June 4, and mustered out June 11, 1919.Peterson, Hans C.
Born at Somers, Wisconsin, February 1, 1895. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Peterson. Enlisted at Jefferson Bar., Missouri, May 17, 1917, in Battalion D, 18th F. A. Trained at Fort Bliss, Texas. Sailed for France April 20, 1918. Saw action in Champagne-Marne Def., Aisne-Marne, St. Mihiel, Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States August 18, 1919. Mustered out July 9, 1919, re-enlisted at Polch, Germany is stationed at Camp Pike, Ariz.Peterson, Oscar M.
Born in Town of Big Bend, Rusk Company, Wisconsin, December 30, 1896. He was the son of Helmar and Martha (Mathia) (Mathilda) Peterson. Entered service at Ladysmith September 5, 1896. Assigned to 39th Company, 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant. Transferred to 20th Prov. M. Gun Company, Camp Hancock. Ill with flu Nov 1, to Nov 11, Camp Hancock. Mustered out January 8, 1919.Pieper, Anton
Born at Richmond, Minnesota, January 14, 1890. He was the son of Henry Pieper. Entered service at Camp Johnson, Fla., in 29th Company, Infantry Replacement. Mustered out January 9, 1919.Pilorski, Anton
Born at Chicago, Illinois, December 28th 1896. He was the son of Joe and Jessie Pilorski. Entered service September 28, 1918, at Camp Shelby, Miss., assigned to 12th Company, Recruit Depot. Transferred to 4th Company Replacement Camp. Mustered out January 29, 1919.Pinnow, William Fred
Born at Superior, Wisconsin, February 17, 1894. He was the son of Herman and Augusta Pinnow. Entered service July 23, 1918, at Ladysmith, assigned to Company C, 354th Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Was in action at St. Mihiel and Meuse-Argonne. Wounded November 11, in Argonne Woods. Landed in United States May 22 and was mustered out May 31, 1919.Plummer, Lawrence A.
Born at Black River Falls, Wisconsin, August 19, 1898. He was the son of Mrs. Laura Plummer. Enlisted in Troop K, March 13, 1917. Discharged August 4, 1917, being under 18 years of age.Pokel, Edward
Born at Plymouth, Wisconsin, January 6, 1897. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Pokel. Entered service at Fort George Wright, Wash., December 4, 1917, assigned to 240 Aero Squadron, Kelly Field, Texas. Trained at Hazelhurst Field, Mineola, N. Y. Sailed for France September 1, 1918. Transferred to 666th Squadron, to 654th to 828, Squadron. Ill with pneumonia, Jefferson Bar., Missouri March 4 to April 15, 1918. Promoted to rank of corporal. Landed in United States Sept 15, mustered out October 15, 1919.Portman, George
Born at Stockbridge, Wisconsin, April 1, 1887. He was the son of Emil and Mary Portman, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service at Milwaukee June 1, 1918. On detached service as an electrician. Sailed for France on June 8, 1918. Promoted to rank of Master Electrician. Landed in United States December 23 and mustered out December 25, 1918.Portman, Peter
Born at Kaukauna, Wisconsin, September 10, 1893. He was the son of Emil and Mary Portman. Entered service at Milwaukee, in October 1917. Trained at Camp Grant, in Texas and Mississippi. Promoted to rank of sergeant. Mustered out April 15, 1919.Potter, William J.
ArmyPreston, Eldon A.
Born at Black River Falls, Wisconsin, February, 15, 1896. He was the son of George G. and Anna Belle Preston, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battalion B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919. Ill November 11 to Jan 31, 19919, Neufchateau, France.Presher, James C.
Born at Black River Falls, Wisconsin, March 13, 1898. He was the son of Mrs. Dora Presher. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery (?), and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919, Ill with Diphtheria June 6 to 14, 1918, France.Prosser, Charles
Born at Tripville, Wisconsin, March 13, 1897. He was the son of Mrs. Jennie Scovel. Entered service at Ladysmith, Oct 24, 1918, assigned to 8th Company, Infantry Replacement, Camp Shelby. Ill with flu November 2, to 14, 1918, at Camp Shelby. Mustered out December 28, 1918.Perdum, Fred Arthur
Born at Brownsville, Ohio, August 8, 1896. He was the son of Charles and Sarah Purdum. Entered service at Ladysmith, October 24, 1918, assigned to 8th Company, Infantry Replacement, Camp Shelby. Ill with flu November 5, to 15, 1918. Mustered out December 21, 1918.Putnam, Gail O.
Born at Chippewa Falls, wis, May 22, 1898. He was the son of F. J. and Agnes Putnam. Entered service at Milwaukee, on July 20, 1918, in 18th Company, Prov. Detach., Jefferson Barracks. Sailed for France September 13, 1918. Transferred to 1st Army Medical Detachment. In Action in Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States June 22, and mustered out July 2, 1919.
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Radiker, Louis
Born at Chicago, Illinois, on Oct 9, 1887. He was the son of Louis and Mary Radiker, Ingram. Entered service May 25, 1918, at Antigo, Wisconsin, assigned to Company D, 311the Am. Train. Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Landed in United States January 29, and was mustered out February 15, 1919.Ramsey, John
Born in Washington, Company, Virginia, August 23, 1895. He was the son of Isaac Fay and Anna Ramsey. Entered service at Ladysmith, July 23, 1918, assigned to Company M, 342d Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France Setp. 8, 1918. Transferred to 104th Inf, Company D, 26th Division In action in Meuse-Argonne. Ill with flu October 24, Southhampton, Eng. Landed in United States May 30, mustered out June 5, 1919.Rasmussen, George
ArmyRauhut, Fred John
Born at Blue Island, Illinois, July 17, 1892. He was the son of John and Marie Rauhut, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ladysmith, July 23, 1918, assigned to Company M, 342d Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Transferred to Company C. 354th Infantry In action in Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States May 30, mustered out June 5, 1919.Reed, Earl Leonard
Born at Black River Falls, Wisconsin, June 21, 1895. He was the son of Leonard and Manda Reed, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service a Ladysmith July 23, 1918, assigned to 7th Company, 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant, also trained at Camp Logan, Texas. Transferred to 21st Depot Brigade, to 7th Train Company, Camp Logan. Mustered out January 23, 1919.Renecker, Roy Emerson
Born in Todd Company, Minnesota, January 3, 1897. He was the son of Arthur and Ida Renecker. Enlisted in 16th Company First Wisconsin Cavalry, in Milwaukee, October 18, 1917. Transferred to Battery A, 120th F. A. Ill October 23 to December 10, 1917, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri, operation. Remained with Bat A until mustered out May 16, 1919.Richardson, Edward William
Born at Marietta, Ohio, January 27, 1891. He was the son of R. W. and R. M. Richardson, Hawkins, Wisconsin Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 19917. Transferred to Battery B. Ill with pneumonia, March 11, 1918 also October 1918, England. Transferred to 302st Btn Tank Corps. Promoted to rank of corporal. Landed in United States March 16, 1919. Mustered out April 11, 1919.Richardson, John E.
Born at West Branch, Michigan, November 5, 1891. He was the son of Robert and margaret Richardson. Entered service June 14, 1918, assigned to school at Madison, Motor Transportation Corps. Stationed at Cleveland, Ohio, and at Camp Sherman. Mustered out December 9, 1918.Richer, Walter Lawrence
Born at Necedah, Wisconsin, August 3, 1890. He was the son of Floyd and Eliza Richer, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ladysmith July 23, 1918, assigned to 21st Company, 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Transferred to Company A, 311th Engineers. Ill with flu October 5, 1918, France. Landed in United States June 27, 1919. Mustered out July 2, 1919.Riegel, Arthur C.
Born at Athol, South Dakota, September 24, 1899. He was the son of Jos. C. and Maud Riegel, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop K, May 5, 1917. Mustered out August A, 1917, being under 18 years of age.Riley, Clarence Edward
Born at Stanley, Wisconsin, June 19, 1898. He was the son of Morgan and Margaret Riley. Entered the service at Seattle, Was., May 25, 1917, assigned to Base Hospital No. 165, Camp MacArthur. Trained at Fort Riley Kansas. Promoted to rank of corporal. Mustere out Jan 10, 1919, and reenlisted for three years in Troop I, 11th Cavalry, Camp Hearn, Imperial Beach, Cal. in April, 1919.Riley, Hugo James
Born at Eau Claire, Wisconsin, December 8, 1897. He was the son of Joseph and Margaret Riley, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battalion B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919.Robbins, Thomas E.
Born at Antigo, Wisconsin, December 15, 1895. He was the son of T. H. and E. A. Robbins, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Graduate of Ladysmith High school. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, to Hdqrs. Detach., 57th F. A. Brigade. Sick with appendicitis, September 20, 1917, Camp MacArthur. Mustered out May 17, 1919.Robinson, Clarke
Born in North Dakota, July 7, 1893. StepHe was the son of Mrs. Geo. H. Mead, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Attended high school three years. Entered service at Fort Riley Kansas, June 24, 1918, assigned to Casual Company Trained at Fort Riley Kansas. Sailed for France on November 10, 1918. Transferred to Evac. Ambulance Company No. 40. Promoted to rank of Bugler. Landed in United States January 27, and mustered out February 21, 1919.Robinson, Orrin J.
Born at Vermillion, South Dakota, October, 31, 1896. He was the son of Edwin and Ada Robinson, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Entered service at Minot, North Dakota, August 5, 1918, in Company L. 9th Infantry Replacement. Trained at Camp MacArthur, Texas. Sailed for France September 20, 1918. Transferred to Company B, 9th Infantry Saw service in the battle of Meuse-Argonne. Slightly gassed November 8, 1918, in hospital November 21, 1918 to January 9, 1919. Landed in United States June 8, 1919. Mustered out June 23, 1919.Roesler, Charles A.
Born at Cashton, Wisconsin, April 4, 1882. He was the son of Adolph and Louisa Roesler. Entered the service October 24, 1917, assigned to Company B, 7th Engineers. Trained at fort Leavenworth. Sailed for France on March 16, 1918. Transferred to Company, B, 328 M. Gun Batn. In action in St. Mihiel and in the Meuse-Argonne. Wounded October 14, 1918 near varrennes, bullet in thigh. Landed in United States April 11, mustered out April 26, 1919.Roff, Leon E.
ArmyRomsos, Ole
ArmyRowley, Glenn
Born at Claremont, Minnesota, March 17, 1897. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Rowley, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battalion B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 11919. Promoted to rank of cook.Rowley, Noble P.
Born at Minneapolis, Minnesota, May 20, 1894. He was the son of William and Lucia G. Rowley, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service March 27, 1917, at Jamestown N. D., in Company H, 164th Infantry Trained at Camp Green, N. Car. Sailed for France December 12, 1917. Landed in United States February 26, and was mustered out in March 1919.Rudnik, Leo
Born in Poland in July 1902. Entered the service at Ladysmith, on June 15, 1919, in Chasseur Troupes Polonaise, 9th Campagnie, Polish Army. Saile July 5, 1918. Still in Polish Army.Russell, Charles A.
Born at Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, September 25, 1890. He was the son of Frank S. and Katherine Russell. Entered service at Green Bay, Wisconsin, December 8, 1917, in 108th Aero Squadron. Trained at Carruthers Field, Forth Worth, Texas. Promoted to rank of Mess Sergeant. Mustered out March 19, 1919.Ryall, Ernest V.
Born at Lyonsville, Cal., June 19, 1895. He was the son of John L. and Julia E. Ryall. Attended Univ, of Wisconsin three years. Entered the service August 27, 1917, at Fort Sheridan, Illinois Graduated from 2nd Reserve Officer's Training Camp and commissioned 2nd Lieutenant of Infantry, assigned to Company A, 10th Infantry Sailed for France January 15, 1918. Transferred to Company C, 18th Infantry Cited in Battle of Slissons. In action at Cantigny, Soissons. Gassed March 11, 1918, Verdun. Wounded by machine gun bullet in right wrist July 18 and my machine gun bullet in right chest July 19, 1918, Battle of Soissons. Landed in United States Feb/ 16, mustered out March 26, 1919.Ryall, John M.
Born at Minooka, Illinois, on July 7, 1893. Graduate of Ladysmith High School. Entered service at Milwaukee, Wisconsin in July 1918. Trained at Jefferson Bar, Missouri Sailed for France November 10, 1918. Transferred from Camp Crane, to Camp Dix, M. H. U. 101, C. H. 33, on duty driving car and general hospital work. Landed in United States November 3, mustered out November 11, 1919.Ryser, Cornelius P.
Born at Chicago, Illinois, July 7, 1893. He was the son of C. G. And Anna Ryser. Graduate of Business College. Entered service at Ladysmith July 7, 1918, assigned to 209th Field signal Batn. Trained at CAmp Sheridan. Leg broken below the knee, in a streetcar accident November 17, 1918, at Camp Sheridan, Ala. Mustered out December 11, 1918.
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Sabaska, Edward
ArmySannes, Herman
ArmySarazin, A. M.
ArmySchmidt, Carl J.
Born at Blackhawk, Wisconsin, April 25, 1897. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. John A. Schmidt, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ladysmith, Aug 4, 1918, in Motor Transportation Corps. Trained at Camp Bardley, Peoria, Illinois Promoted to rank of corporal. Stationed at Raritan Arsenal, Mituchen, N. J. Mustered out May 27, 1919.Schmidt, Mike Louis
Born at Merrill, Wisconsin, January 11, 1893. He was the son of Joseph and Mona Schmidt, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service at Flint, Michigan, February 5, 1918, in Company E, 10th Batn., 20th Engineers. Trained at Columbus, Ohio, and American Univ., Wash D. C. Sailed for France May 10, 1918. Promoted to rank of corporal. Landed in United States July 4, mustered out July 12, 1919.Schmidt, Richard F.
Born at North Branch, Minnesota, September 11, 1896. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Leo Schmidt. Enlisted at Racine, Wisconsin, May 8th, 1917, in 127th Amb. Company Transferred to Base Hospital, Camp MacArthur. Ill December 18, 1917 Camp MacArthur. Mustered out February 1, 1919.Schneider, Ernest
ArmySchneider, Fred
ArmySchneider, Peter
Born at DePere, Wisconsin, Sept 30, 1891. He was the son of J. B. and Anna Schneider, Tony. Entered service at Ladysmith August 14, 1918. Trained at Sweeney Aut School, Kansas City. Transferred to 41st Company m. Gun, to 1st Company, Development Group. Ill with Scarlet Fever October 4 to December 24, Kansas City. Mustered out February 11, 1919.Schneiders, Leonard P.
Born at DePere, Wisconsin, December 24, 1894. He was the son of Jacob J. and Mary L. Schneiders. Entered service at Ladysmith, July 23, 1918, assigned to Company A, 342d Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France Sept 9, 1918. Transferred to M. Gun Company, 56th Infantry Saw action in Puvenell Sector. Landed in United States June 27, and mustered out July 5, 1919.Schreiber, Charles J.
Born at Monroe, Wisconsin, August 24, 1894. He was the son of Charles R. and Mary Schreiber (Decembereased). Entered service at Ladysmith July 23, 1918, assigned to Company B, 308th M. Gun Batn., Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Saw action in the Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States on May 11, and was mustered out December 12, 1918.Scoles, John L.
Born at Ionia, Iowa, October 1, 1894. He was the son of George Scoles. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, to Reemplacement Depot, LaCourtine; to Trench Mortar School, Dourdan; to Battalion D, 54th F. A.; to Battalion D, 52st F. A.; Hdqrs Company, 44th F. A.; Transportation Company 44th F. A.; to Battalion D, 44th F. A. Sick March 20 to 28, 1918, Le Havre, France, ptomaine poisoning. Landed in United States February 4, 1919. Mustered out February 22, 1919.Sedlacek, Louis
ArmySedmihradsky, John
Born at Spruce, Wisconsin, July 19, 1897. He was the son of Peter and Mary Sedmihradsky, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ladysmith Oct 15, 1918, assigned to Company I, 3rd Batn, S. A. T. C., Camp Randall, Madison. Mustered out December 12, 1918.Sensenbrenner, Edw. R.
Born at Pittsville, Wisconsin, September 23, 1889. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Sensenbrenner. Entered service at Chicago, Illinois, June 1, 1917, in Company F, 13th Ry. Engineers. Trained at Municipal Pier, Chicago. Sailed for France July 23, 1917. Promoted to rank of corporal. Saw action at St. Mihiel, Champagne, and Meuse-Argonne. Ill May 15 to June 5, 1918, France. Landed in United States April 29, mustered out May 14, 1919.Senyk, Mike M.
Born in Austria, May 1, 1890. He was the son of Nicholas and Mary Senyk. Entered service at Ladysmith April 29, 1918, assigned to Company L. 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant, also trained at Eagle Pass, Texas. Transferred to Hdqrs. Company, 3rd Infantry Suffered blood poison in right hand. July 15, 1918, Eagle Pass, Texas. Mustered out September 1919.Sergeant, Marshall W.
Born at Winneconne, Wisconsin, March 15, 1892. He was the son of William S. and Emma Sergeant, Sheldon, Wisconsin. Graduate of Univ. of Wisconsin Entered service at Fort Sheridan, Illinois, August 27, 1917. On graduation from 2nd Reserve Officer's Training Camp, was commissioned 1st Lieutenant, of Infantry, Sailed for France January 11, 1918. On duty as instructor for new outfits preparing them for the front. In action at St. Mihiel, and Meuse-Argonne. Wounded October 10, 1918, at Cunel, Meuse-Argonne. Ill with flu in March 1918. Landed in United States July 5, and was mustered out August 1, 1919.Shaw, Sylvester
ArmyShepherd, Kenneth
Born at Noblesville, Indiana, January 18, 1897. He was the son of Dolph and Jessie Shepherd, Sheldon, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ladysmith, October 24, 1918, assigned to 12th Company, Recruit Depot, Camp Shelby. Transferred to Hdqrs. Troop, Camp Shelby. Ill with flu October 28 to November 15, 1918. Mustered out January 21, 1919.Sheren, Samuel
He was the son of Mrs. Alice Sheren. Enlisted April 14, 1917, in Troop K. Transferred to Battalion B. Promoted to rank of sergeant. Mustered out May 16, 1919.Sibinski, Joe
Born in Pennsylvania, June 15, 1889. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Sibinski, Weyerhaeuser. Entered service at Barron, in Company L, 127th Infantry, 32nd Division Trained at Camp Douglas and Camp MacArthur, Texas Sailed for France March 2, 1918. Saw action at Chateau Thierry, Juvigny, Aisne-Marne, Oise-Aisne, St. Mihiel, Meuse-Argonne. Wounded June 30, 1918, Chateau Thierry, and November 4th, near St. Mihiel. Promoted to rank of corporal. Landed in United States April 24, mustered out May 13, 1919.Simons, Howard
Born at Paxton, Illinois, June 20, 1895. He was the son of Ira and Josephine Simons, Hawkins. Entered service at Ladysmith, on October 7, 1918, unassigned. Trained at Camp Nichols. Mustered out December 17, 1919.Sistok, John
ArmySkalny, Joseph
Born in Poland, in 1896. He was the son of John and Kata varna, Hawkins. Entered the service June 10, 1918, in Canada, in Les Tropes Polonaise, Polish Army. Sailed for France August 15, 1918. Is still in the Polish Army, now in Poland.Sladek, John
Born in Austria, October 6, 1894. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Sladek. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, to A. R. D. No. 324, Camp MacArthur. Promoted to rank of saddler. Mustered out in May, 1919.Smith, Alvah O.
Born at Lincoln, Nebraska, Sept 18, 1895. He was the son of Sidney E. (Decembereased) and Adah H. Smith, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Attended high school three years. Enered service at Ladysmith February 16, 1918, in Company C, 303 rd Field Signal Batn. Trained at Camp Dis, N. J. Sailed for France April 26, 1918. Promoted to rank of Sergeant, August 1, 1918. In action at St. Mihiel and Meuse-Argonne. Ill February 5 to May 27, 1919. Landed in United States May 20, mustered out May 28, 1919.Smith, Arvid Thorwald
Born in Town of Atlanta, Rusk Company, Wisconsin, December 10, 1894. He was the son of Mrs. Victor Pearson. Entered the service at Ladysmith July 14, 1918 in Company A, 305th Batn. Tank corps. Trained at Camp Polk, N. Car., and Camp Colt, Penn. Promoted to rank of corporal. Mustered out December 31, 1918.Smith, Edward Albert
Born at Clinton, Ia. March 29, 1896. He was the son of Albert F. and Mary Smith. Entered service at Ladysmith August 14, 1918, in Ordnance Department, Training Detachment, Madison, Wisconsin, also trained at Penneman, Virginia. Transferred to 1st Company Discharge Detachment. Mustered out January 18, 1919.Smith, Herbert
ArmySmith, Ray Lyle
Born at Gladstone, Michigan, May 13, 1894. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Smith. Graduate of High School, Trainng School and Business College. Entered service at Ladysmith April 29, 1918, assigned to Company L, 3rd United States Infantry Trained at Camp Grant and Eagle Pass, Texas. Mustered out January 3, 1919.Sokolowski, John
ArmySoli, Jorgen Arthur
Born at Drummond, Wisconsin, March 29, 1894. He was the son of Ole and Johanna Soli, Hawkins. Entered service at Washburn, June 8, 1917, in Company D, 6th Wisconsin, Infantry Trained at Camp Douglas and Camp MacArthur. Transferred to Company B, 107th M. P.'s 32nd Division Mustered out January 14, 1919.Sonnenberg, Fred E.
Born at Charka, Minnesota, July 31, 1896. He was the son of Wm. Sonnenberg. Entered service October 24, 1918, at Hastings, Minnesota, 17th Company, Camp Forest Georgia. Transferred to Camp Dodge, Ia. Mustered out December 24, 1918.Sorenson, Carl A.
Born in Denmark, May 4, 1887. He was the son of Nels and Mary Sorenson. Entered service at Camp Grant May 26, 1918, assigned to 35th Company, 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant, also trained at Camp Jos. E. Johnsont, Fla. Sailed for France September 30, 1918. Transferred to Rents. Requistion and Claims Dept. Promoted to rank of corporatl. Landed in United States July 19, mustered out July 26, 1919.Sorenson, Gottfried
Born in Denmark, on February 13, 1892. He was the son of Nels and Mary Sorenson. Entered service at Camp Grant, on May 26, 1918, assigned to 35th Company, 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant, also trained at Camp Jos. E. Johnston, Fla. Sailed for France September 30, 1918. Transferred to Butcher Company, No. 347, Tours, France. Slipped and bumped knee on barrel causing dislocation of knee. At last reports was in Gen. Hosp. No. 28, Fort Sheridan, Illinois, for an indefinate period.Sparks, Robert William
Born at Winchester, Michigan, October 9 1899. He was the son of True W. and Lorena Sparks. Attended High school three years. Entered service at Fort Snelling, Minnesota, April 16, 1917, in Company H, 1st Minnesota Infantry Trained at Fort Snelling and Camp Cody, N. Mex., and Camp Polk, s. C., Sailed for France May 18, 1918. Transferred to 135th Infantry Company H. to Company C, 305th Batn. Tank Corps, to Company C, 341 Batn Tank Corps. Promoted to Sergeant Major. Wounded while quelling a negro riot, shot thru right leg above the knee at Camp Raleigh, in October 1918; wounded while on guard at an elevator in Duluth, fired on twice by parties from boat, bullet passing thru left hand near little finger. Landed in United States June 2, 1918, mustered out Feb 14, 1919.Spear, Raymond M.
Born at Oasis, Wisconsin, July 17, 1887. He was the son of George and Emma Spear. Attended high school two years and Business College. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 19917. Transferred to Battery B, to 1977th Mobile Ordnance Repair Shop. Promoted to rank of Ordnance Sergt 1st Class Participated in all the battles of the 32nd Division. Landed in United States May 19, 1919. Mustered out May 21, 1919.Speich, Edward P.
Born at Brodhead, Wisconsin May 8, 1897. He was the son of Jake Speich, Ladysmith, Graduate of Ladysmith High School. Enlisted at Milwaukee, March 31, 1917 in Company F. 1st Wisconsin Infantry Transferred to Company F. 1227th Infantry Sailed February 16, 1918. In battles of Aisne-Marne and Meuse-Argonne. Wounded in leg August 4, 1918. Landed in United States May 5, 1919. Mustered out May 18, 1919. Promoted to rank of Corporal. Cited in orders October 23, 1918.Speich, Jake J.
Born at Spring Grove, Wisconsin, October 3, 1889. He was the son of Jacob Speich, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered the service at Ladysmith May 25, 1918, assigned to Company B, 344th Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Transferred to Company D, 354th Infantry In action in Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States May 22, mustered out June 1, 1919.Spoolhoff, John
Born in Tzummarnm, Holland March 8, 1890. He was the son of JOhn and Helen Lantenback. Entered service at Camp Grant, July 23, 1918, assigned to Company L, 343d Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 4, 1918. Transferred to Hdqrs. De. 309th M. Gun Batn. In action in Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States May 27, mustered out June 11, 1919.Stangler, Henry
Born in Cossack Company, Ia. August 13, 1894. He was the son of John and Freeda Stangler, Conrath. Entered service at Flagler, Company, June 1, 1917, in Company L, 157th Infantry Trained at Fort Logan and Camp Kearney, Cal. Sailed for France June 28, 1918. Transferred to Hdqrs. Company, 18th Infantry Promoted to rank sergeant. In action in St. Mihiel and Meuse-Argonne. Wounded November 1, 1918, in Meuse-Argonne, by splinter of high explosive shell, which passed thru left arm, glanced off a trench mirror, passed thrus his bible which threw it from its course toward his heart and lodged in his chest. Landed in United States January 22, mustered out February 20, 1919.Staniske, Albert
ArmyStaples, Lloye H.
Born at Osceola, Wisconsin, June 1, 1901. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Roscoe C. Staples, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted at Ashland, August 25, 1917, in Bt. A, 163d F. A. Trained at Dickens, Fla., Fort Caswell, N. C. Sailed for France May 26, 1918. Transferred to 3rd Div, 38th Infantry, to 5th Division In battles of Chatteau Thierry, Mezy, Crossing of the Marne and St. Mihiel. Wounded in right leg at Mezy, on July 15, 1918; gassed at St. Mihiel. Landed in United States January 8, mustered out March 2, 1919.Stenson, Ira L.
Born at Lanark, Wisconsin, on April 21, 1892. He was the son of L. H. and Ada Stenson, Bruce, Wisconsin. Entered service December 12, 1917, in Ordnance Dept. Trained at Columbus Barracks and Fort Benj. Harrison. Transferred to Q. M. Corps. Mustered out April 3, 1919.Stephenson, Lee, L.
Born at Brodhead, Wisconsin, August 1, 1897. He was the son of Dr. W. L. Stephenson and Maud M. Stephenson, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Graduate of Ladysmith High School, attended Normal one year. Entered the service at Eau Claire, August 5, 1918, assigned to 1th Company Q. M. C. Camp Meigs, Washington D. C. Trained at Jefferson Barracks and Camp Meigs, Mustered out January 7, 1919.Stephenson, William Linus
Born in Sylvester, Wisconsin, July 27, 1873. He was the son of Chas. J. and Hester M. Stephenson. College graduate. Entered service August 3, 1918, at Ladysmith, as Captain in the Medical Corps. On Detached Service at Camp Dodge, Iowa. Ill in October at Walter Reed General Hospital at Washington, D. C. Still in service, in reserve.Steubs, Percy
ArmyStevens, Burt
Born at Bruce, Wisconsin, May 7, 1886. He was the son of Frank P. and Iona Ida Stevens. Entered service at Columbus Barracks, February 18, 1918, in Company B, 9th Batn., 20th Engineers. Trained at American Univ., Wash, D. C. Sailed for France March 27, 1918. Transferred to Reg. Hdq4s., 20th Engineers. Promoted to rank of Master Engineer, Junior Grade, Cited "for exceptionally meritorious and conspicuous services" at Murat, France, April 19, 1919. Landed in United States on June 18, mustered out July 1, 1919.Stevens, Charles
Born at Hutchinson, Min., September 29, 1890. He was the son of Wilford and Kate Stevens. Entered service at Basin, Wyoming, June 28, 1918. Trained at Camp Kearney, Calif., and Camp Lewis, Wash. Sailed for France August 5, 1918. Transferred to Company G. 396th Infantry 77th Division In action in the Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States on April 20, mustered out May 22, 1919.Stevens, Ernest
Born at Ladysmith, Wisconsin, May 8, 1896. He was the son of Joseph and Eliza Stevens. Entered service at Ladysmith, May 25, 1918, assigned to Company F. 342d Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Promoted to rank of corporal. Ill with flu at St. Romain, France October 24 to 30. Landed in United States July 13, mustered out July 23, 1919.Stevens, Gilbert H.
Born at Reedstown, Wisconsin, December 24, 1890. He was the son of John T. and Agnes L. Stevens. Entered service at Ladysmith May 25, 1918, assigned to Company I, 344th Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Transferred to Guard Company No. 114, A.S. C. Le Mans, France. Ill with flu October 15 , to November 25, 1918. Landed in United States July 11, mustered out July 18, 1919.Stevens, Jessie C.
Born at Antrim, Canada, March 27, 1889. He was the son of Fred and Emma Stevens. Entered service at Ladysmith, April 29, 1918, assigned to Company L, 3rd Infantry, Camp Eagle Pass, Texas. On guard duty on the border. Mustered out March 13, 1919.Stevens, Lawrence T.
Born at Reedstown, Wisconsin, August 30, 1880. He was the son of John T. and Agnes L. Stevens. Entered service at Ladysmith, March 8, 1918, assigned to 11th Company C.A. C., Fort Moultrie, South Carolina Sailed for France July 15, 1918. Transferred to Auto Tractor School No. 4, Angers, France. Landed in United States May 20, mustered out May 30, 1919.Stevens, Maurice E.
Born at Hector, Minnesota December 18, 1893. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Chas Stevens. Entered service at Lisbon, North Dakota, July 28, 1917, in Supply Company, 2d Infantry Trained at Camp Green, N. C. Sailed for France November 26, 1917. Transferred to Engineers, to P. and C. Company, R. S. C. Promoted to rank of Sergt. Battles participated in: "Battle of Paris." Landed in United States June 29, mustered out July 1, 1919.Stevens, Paul M.
Born at Reedstown, Wisconsin, August 6, 1891. He was the son of John T. and Agnes L. Stevens. Entered service at Ladysmith, July 5, 1918, assigned to 43rd Company, Group 4, Camp Hancock, Georgia. Trained at Columbus Barracks, Ohio. Promoted to rank of cook. Ill with flu November 20 to December 1, 1918, at Camp Hancock, Georgia. Mustered out January 13, 1919.Stewart, George
Born at Bruce, Wisconsin, on February 14, 1893. He was the son of John and Anna Stewardt, Bruce, Wisconsin. High school graduate. Entered service at Denver, Col., December 15, 1917, in Company A, Field Hospital Unit, Fort Riley, Kan. Sailed for France September 28, 1918. Promoted to rank of sergeant. Ill with flu six weeks, in February 1919, France. Landed in United Statesn June 30, 1919. Still in service, stationed at fort Riley, Kansas, to be in service until May, 1920.Stine, Harold
ArmyStivens, Charles E.
Born at Council Bluffs, Iowa, July 17, 1896. He was the son of C. H. Stivens. Graduate of high school. Entered service at Chicato, December 26, 1917, in Air Service. Trained at United States S. M. A., Champaign, Illinois Transferred to Souther Field, Georgia., Ellington Field, Texas Promoted to 2nd Lieutenant A. S.A. Mustered out September 5, 1919.Stoker, Archie
Born at Manitowoc, Wisconsin, January 1, 1894. He was the son of Fred and Catherine Stoker, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ladysmith, May 25, 1918, assigned to 15th Training Company, 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant. Ill with pneumonia July 27 to December 15, 1918, Camp Grant. Promoted to rank of corporal. Mustered out December 17, 1918.Stoker, George
Born at Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Feb 22, 1896. He was the son of Fred and Katherine (note spelling for another son Archie) Stoker, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Entered service June 22, 1918, at Minneapolis, assigned to Company F, 311th Engineers, Camp Grant. Sailed for France Sept, 8, 1918. Transferred to A. E. F. University, Beaune, France. Promoted to rank of corporal. Ill with pneumonia September 28 to November 5, Bordeaux, France. Landed in United States July 1, mustered out July 11, 1919.Stone, Archie
Born at Turtle Lake, Wisconsin, October 23, 1890. He was the son of Rudolph and Sophia Stone. Entered service at Phillips, Wisconsin, on August 5, 1918, assigned to Ord. Dept. 83d Division Trained at Camp Shelby. Transferred to 2nd Depot Division, to Motor Transportation Corps. 83rd Division Sailed for France October 19, 1918. Further information unavailable.Story, Walter B.
ArmyStrahm, Noah
Born at Sabetha, Kansas, July 21, 1898. He was the son of J. c. and Minnie Strahm. Entered service July 25, 1918, at Camp Funston, Kansas, assigned to Company I, 69th Infantry Trained at Camp Funston. Mustered out June 28, 1919.Sudo, George
Born in Poland July 4, 1895. He was the son of John and Anna Sudo, Hawkins. Entered service at Rockvale, Col., assigned to Company B, 62nd Infantry, Camp Fremont, Calif., Ill with flu. February 1919, at Camp Lee Virginia.Sunnenberg, Fred
ArmySupinsky, Stanley
Born at Monmonth, N. J., April 24, 1896. He was the son of Ignatz and Mary Supinsky. Entered service at Hawkins, October 24, 1918. Trained at Camp Shelby and at Camp Grant. Mustered out December 28, 1918.Sutherland, Carl
Born at Kickapoo, Wisconsin, December 29, 1898. He was the son of Otis and Eva Sutherland. Entered service April 21, 1917, in Battalion C, 6th F. A. Trained at Camp Harry, Douglas, Ariz. Sailed for France July 27, 1917. Battles participated in: Cantigny, Aisne-Marne, Montdidier-Noyon, St. Mihiel, Meuse-Argonne. Ill with flu July 18 to August 24, 1918. Battalion C., 6th F. A. fired the first shot fired by American artillery, in the war. Landed in United States September 5, mustered out September 26, 1919.Swado, John
Born at Providence, R. I., December 5, 1893. He was the son of Mike and Julia Swado. Entered service at Owatonna, Minnesota, July 24, 1918, assigned to Base Hospital 128, Camp Severn, South Carolina where he remained on duty until mustered out Jan 2, 1919.Swan, Willis E.
Born at New Auburn, Wisconsin, December 28, 1894. He was the son of L. E. and Ida Swan, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service May 28, 1918, at Camp Grant, as Field Clerk in Adjutant General's Dept. Mustered out Oct 23, 1919.Sween, Ole
ArmySweeney, Glenn W.
Born at Sauk City, Iowa, September 2, 1898. He was the son of Mrs. Lizzie Sweeney. Enlisted in Troop K, June 3, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919.Sybers, Jack Peter
Born at Brown's valley, Minnesota, February 13, 1890. He was the son of Antone and Johanna Sybers, Tony. Entered service at Ladysmith July 23, 1918, assigned to 21st Company, 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant, also trained at Fort Benj. Harrison, Indiana. Sailed for France November 2, 1918. Transferred to 87th Engineers, Company B. Promoted to rank of sergeant. Ill with flu December 16 to December 27, Camp Merritt. Landed in United States Nov 26, 1918. Mustered out Jan 16, 1919.
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Tarnowski, Stanley
Born in Poland, May 8, 1893. He was the son of Anton and Annie Tarnowski, Conrath. Entered service at Ladysmith, May 25, 1918, assigned to Company E. 341st Infantry Sailed for France September 8, 1918. Transferred to 89th Division In action in Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States June 3, mustered out June 6, 1919.Tatur, Joseph V.
Born at Strickland, Wisconsin, April 12, 1895. He was the son of Ignatz and Josephine Tatur, Stickland. Entered service at Ladysmith, May 25, 1918, assigned to Company L, 343d Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for Frnce September 14, 1918. Transferred to Guard Do., Toul, ti 2nd Army School, Commercy, to Third Army Schoo, Coblenz, Ger., to A. E. F. Riding Team, Paris. Ill with flu Sept 17 to Oct 17, 1918, Portsmouth Eng. Landed in United States August 1, 1919, mustered out August 6, 1919.Thatcher, James
Born at Clear Lake, Wisconsin, October 20, 1897. He was the son of T. J. and Josephine Thatcher, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battalion B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919. Ill December 15 to January 20, 1919, and Bef. 14, to March 5, 1919 and at numerous other times.Theesfield, Henry B.
Born at Iroquois, Illinois, May 23, 1891. He was the son of Mrs. Geo Daro, Gilman, Illinois Entered service at Camp Dodge, Iowa, April 30, 1918, assigned to Company A. 315th Supply Train. Trained at Camp Travis, Texas Sailed for France June 29, 1918. In action in St. Mihiel and Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States June 9, mustered out June 22, 1919.Thomas, Kit
Entered service at Ladysmith, July 23, 1918. Trained at Camp Grant. Mustered out May 20, 1919 and on same day re-enlisted for one year.Thompson, Eben C.
Born at Madison Lake, Minnesota, June 27, 1892. He was the son of W. E. and Anna Thompson, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service at St. Paul September 19, 1918, assigned to Company M, 2st Training Reg., Air Service Mechanics School, St. Paul. Ill with flu at St. Paul, October 1 to October 22, 1918. Mustered out December 19, 1918.Thompson, Emmons G.
Born at Stevens Point, Wisconsin, September 15, 1893. He was the son of Gus and Carrie Thompson, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Graduate of Ladysmith High School. Entered service at Ladysmith, September 10, 1918, assigned to Wisconsin, Detach, 5th Prov. Training Reg., Camp Grant. Transferred to Local Draft Board, Mauston, Wisconsin Mustered out December 17, 1918.Thorson, Glenn S.
Born at Scandinavia, Wisconsin, December 7, 1892. He was the son of Holgar and Anna Thorson. Graduate of high school and Univ. of Minnesota Entered service at Hawkins May 25, 1918, assigned to 311th Sanitary Train,. Transferred to 82d Sanitary Squadron. Promoted to rank of sergeant. Landed in United States August 3, mustered out August 11, 1919.Thorson, Harvey A.
Born at Scandinavia, Wisconsin, Feb 27, 1897. He was the son of Holgar and Anna Thorson, Hawkins. Graduate of high school and valparaiso college. Entered service at Milwaukee, May 23, 1918, assigned t Q. M. Corps. Disbursing Office. Trained at Jefferson Bar., and Camp Joseph E. Johnston, Fla. Sailed for France, August 14, 1918. Promoted to rank of sergeant, Q. M. Corps. Landed in United States Aug, 3. Mustered out August 11, 1919.Thorson, Truman C.
Born at Scandinavia, Wisconsin, January 23, 1895. He was the son of Holgar and Anna Thorson. Graduate of high school and Stevens Point Normal. Entered service at Laoma, Wisconsin June 3, 1917. Sent to 2nd Reserve Officers's Training Comp at Fort Sheridan, Illinois On graduation, August 28, 1917, was commissioned 2nd Lieut. Sailed for France October 19, 1918. Transferred to Camp Freeman, Calif., to 8th Infantry Won medal for sharpshooting at LeMans, France, one out of the 150 who received such medals in the A. E. F., there being two others in Wisconsin. Ill at Camp Freeman, September 1918. Further information unavailable.Thull, Frank N.
Born in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin He was the son of Nick and Gertrude Thull, Weyerhaeuser. Entered service at Ladysmith, October 25, 1918, assigned to 5th Company Replacement Camp, Camp Shelby, Miss. Mustered out December 28, 1918.Todd, Arthur
ArmyTomczak, John
Born at McClure, Pennsylvania, on November 18, 1887. He was the son of Stanley and Mary Tomczak, Weyerhaeuser. Entered service at Superior, March 18, 1918, assigned to Company E. 64th Infantry Trained at Camp Grant. Sailed for France August 28, 1918. Transferred to Supply Company, 64th Infantry Saw service in the Puvenelle Sector. Landed in United States June 18, mustered out June 27, 1919.Tomczak, Michael
Born at Strickland, on July 4, 1894. He was the son of Ignatz and Priscilla Tomczak. Entered service at Ladysmith June 6, 1918, assigned to 326th Batn. Tank Corps. Trained at Camp Colt. and Tobehanna, Pennsylvania Sailed for France September s8, 1918. Transferred to Motor Transportation Corps. Promoted to rank of sergeant 1st. class. Further information unavailable.Tomczak, Steve
Born at Strickland March 7, 1896. He was the son of Ignatz and Pricilla Tomczak, Weyerhaeuser. Entered service at Ladysmith, May 25, 1918, assigned to 15th Company, 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant, also trained at Fort Leqavenworth, Kan. Transferred to 1st Guard Company, Fort Leavenworth, Ill with flu at Fort Leavenworth. Mustered out May 23, 1918.Tosland, Ralph Albert
Born at Oak Hill, Kansas, January 29, 1896. He was the son of Thomas W. and Mary Jane Tosland, Bruce, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ladysmith July 23, 1918, assigned to 61st Company, 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant. Transferred to 1st Company Replacement Troops, Camp Grant. Ill with flu October 1 to 15, 1918, Camp Grant. Mustered out January 5, 1918.Trettin, Henry Walter
Born at Kaukauna, Wisconsin, January 21, 1887. He was the son of Herman Trettin. Entered service at Ladysmith, July 23, 1918, assigned to M. Gun Company, 353d Infantry, Camp Grant. Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Saw action in the Meuse-Argonne. Landed in United States May 22, mustered out June 1, 1919.Tromblay, John
ArmyTrotter, Loren Otis
Born at Ainsworth, Nebraska, September 2, 1895. He was the son of Charles Otis and Winnie May Trotter, Conrath. Entered service at Ladysmith July 14, 1918, assigned to Mechanical Training School, Chicago, also trained at Camp Colt. Sailed for France October 27, 1918. Transferred to Tank Corps, to Casual Company Ill with flu, September 20 to Oct 3, 1918, Camp Colt, Pennsylvania Landed in United States July 9, mustered out July 18, 1919.True, Fred William
Born at Hawkins, Wisconsin, June 22, 1894. He was the son of H. W. and Maggie True, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Graduate of Ladysmith High School. Entered service at Duluth, Minnesota, July 1, 1917, in 38th Company, 6th Sanitary Train. Trained at Fort Riley, Kan., and Camp Wadsworth. Sailed for France on June 9, 1918. Promoted to rank of Sergt 1st Class. Saw action in Meuse-Argonne, Voges, Stenay, Verdun, Appermont. Landed in United States June 17, mustered out July 1, 1919.Tubbs, Irwin D.
Born at Bassett, Iowa, October 26, 1896. He was the son of Eugene and Myrtle Tubbs, Chetek. Entered service at Ladysmith, August 14, 1918, in Company N, University Training Detachment, Iowa City, Iowa. Transferred to Company A. Ill with Influenza, October 17, 1918. Mustered out December 15, 1918.Tupper, Earl B.
ArmyTupper, Elmore M.
Born at Redwood Falls, Minnesota, August 20, 1895. He was the son of Mrs. A. L. Tupper. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B. Shell-shocked during Aisne-Marne Offensive. Date of arrival in United States and of discharge not known.
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Vagler, John
ArmyVan Horn, Norman
Born at Bayfield, Wisconsin, November 4, 1888. He was the son of Mrs. Agnes Goodrich, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ladysmith, July 5, 1918, assigned to 43d Company, 4th Group, Depot Brigade, Camp Hancock. Transferred to Company A, 40th M. Gun Batn, Camp custer. Promoted to rank of Sergt. Ill with flu at Camp Custer, September 28, 1919. Mustered out February 5, 1919.Van Houten, Geo. W.
Born at Thorpe, Wisconsin, May 19, 1898. He was the son of Wm. Virginian Houten. Enlisted at Eau Claire, March 27, 1917, in Company E. 127th Infantry Sailed February 18, 1918. In all engagements of the 32nd Division Wounded October 4, 1918. Landed in United States March 25, 1919. Mustered out April 8th, 1919.Vasseur, David
Born at Flambeau, June 24, 1891. He was the son of Joseph and Margaret vasseur, Flambeau. Entered service at Ladysmith May 25, 1918, assigned to 161st Depot Brigade. Trained at Camp Grant, Fort Snelling and Fort Brady, Michigan Transferred to 15th Company, 18th Batn, Fort Snelling. On guard duty at Forts Snelling and Brady, over German Prisoners of War. Ill with flu at Fort Brady, November 14 to 18, 1918. Mustered out January 13, 1919.Vos, Walter
Born at Alton, Iowa, November 15, 1889. He was the son of John and Anna Vos, Bruce, Wisconsin. Entered service at Sibley, Iowa, July 18, 1918, assigned to Casual Company, No. 64, to Cook's and Baker's School, Camp Pike, Ark. Mustered out January 10, 1919.
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Wallace, Clifford
Born in Richland Company, Wisconsin, February 15, 1895. He was the son of Samuel and Mary Wallace. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 19917. Transferred to Battery B, to 119 F. A., Battalion B; to Company A, 2nd Army M. P. Ill with mumps, March 13, 1918, Liverpool, Eng. Landed in United States July 1, 1919. Mustered out September 22, 1919.Wallace, Leroy D.
Born in Phillips Company, Kansas, in 1878. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, to Supply Company, 1220th F. A., and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919.Walker, Charles Vincent
Born at Bruce, Wisconsin, November 16, 1895. He was the son of James and Miranda Walker. Enlisted in Troop K, April 22, 19917. Transferred to Battery B. Gassed at St. Giles, August 5, 1918. Arrived in United States November 8, 1918. Mustered out December 31, 1918.Ward, Martin Joseph
Born at Glen Flora, Wisconsin, December 15, 1888. He was the son of M. T. and Lenora Ward, Glen Flora, Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop K, July 4, 119917. Transferred to Battalion A, 120th F. A., to Battalion B, 146th F. A. Battles participated in : Champagne; Aisne-Marne; St. Mihiel; Meuse-Argonne. Ill with mumps March 1 to 16, 1918, Camp Merritt. Sailed for France March 21, 1918. Landed in United States June 15, 1919. Mustered out June 23, 1919.Waszak, John
Born at Milwaukee, October 21, 1894. He was the son of Steve and Agatha Waszak. Entered service at Marshfield, Wisconsin, June 27, 1918, assigned to 246th Company, Medical Dept., Camp Devens, Mass. Also trained at Fort Riley, Kansas. Mustered out February 2, 1919.Welenski, Vincent
ArmyWelke, Edward
Born in Richland County, Wisconsin, February 14, 1894. He was the son of William and Julia Welke. Entered service at Ladysmith May 25, 1918, assigned to 15th Company, 161st Depot Brigade, Camp Grant, also trained at Camp Jos. E. Johnston, Fla. Sailed for France August 14, 1918. Transferred to A. R. D. No. 318. Ill with mumps May 1 to May 15, 1919, Camp Sougy, France Landed in United States July 5, mustered out July 14, 1919.Wellhause, Edwin August
Born at Richfield, Wisconsin, July 9, 1894. He was the son of Mr. and Mr.s August Wellhausen, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service at Camp Grant July 23, 1918, assigned to Company L, 56 Infantry Sailed for France September 9, 1918. Saw service in Puvenelle Sector. Landed in United States June 27, mustered out July 8, 1919.Wendstadt, Carl J.
Born at Shawano, March 23, 1891. He was the son of Paul and Mildred Wendstadt, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ladysmith July 23, 1918, assigned to 43d Company, Camp Logan, Texas. Mustered out January 23, 1919.Weyek, Joseph Paul
Born at Weyerhaeuser, Wisconsin, May 5, 1897. He was the son of Matt J. Weyek. Entered service at Rhinelander, on March 6, 1917, in Company L. 127th Infantry Trained at Camp Douglas and Camp MacArthur, Texas Sailed for France February 16, 1918. Was in all the battles the 32nd Division was in. Landed in United States May 5, mustered out May 18, 1919.Whitaker, Clarence E.
ArmyWhiteford, Norman
ArmyWhitney, Bert J.
Born at Hector, Minnesota, January 15, 1889. He was the son of John w. and Julia D. Whitney, Weyerhaeuser. Attended Univ. of North Dakota two years. Entered service at St. Paul, September 21, 1917, in Company F, 313th Engineers, Camp Dodge. Sailed for France March 4, 1918. Transferred to Company F. 116th Eng. Promoted to rank of corporal. In action in Meuse-Argonne. Had ear trouble for three weeks in July, 1918. Landed in United States March 7, mustered out March 11, 1919.Wierczwiecke, Edward
ArmyWieschowski, John
Born at Pittsburg, Pennsylvania July 8, 1893. He was the son of John and Nellie Wieschowski, Hawkins. Entered service at Milwaukee, April 29, 1918, assigned to Company G, Third Batn, M. P. Trained at Camp Custer. Mustered out December 30, 1918.Will, Martin
Born at Washington Heights, Illinois, July 12, 1896. He was the son of Edward WIll. Enlisted in Troop K, July 2, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until May 16, 1919.Williams, Hallie G.
Born at Watertown, Wisconsin, March 3, 1898. He was the son of Lewis and Maud Williams. High school education. Enlisted July 15, 1917, in Troop K. Transferred to Battalion B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919. Promoted to rank of corporal.Williams, Louis G.
Born at Hutchinson, Minnesota, August 6, 1893. He was the son of John and Mary Williams. High school education. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battalion B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1917. Ill with flu February 22, 1919.Williams, Otto J.
Born at Ontario, Vernon County, Wisconsin, June 1, 1887. He was the son of J. A. and S. A. Williams. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B. Assigned to Horse Detail. Sailed for France March 28, 1918. Promoted to rank of corporal. Mustered out May 16, 1919.Wilson, Ellsworth
ArmyWilson, Louis R.
Born at Kennan, Wisconsin, October 9, 1895. He was the son of R. B. Wilson, Weyerhaeuser, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ladysmith, July 23, 1918, assigned to 21st Company, 161st Depot Brigade. Trained at Camp Grant and Fort Benjamin Harrison, Indiana. Transferred to 5th Prov. Reg., Company E. to Hdqrs. Company Mustered out December 23, 1918.Wilson, Marlin F.
Born at Lenox, Iowa, November 21, 1896. He was the son of Emmont J. and Letha Wilson. High school graduate. Entered service at Ladysmith August 14, 1918, assigned to 6th Company, S. A. T. C. Trained at Kansas City, Missouri. Transferred to Camp Hancock, Georgia. Mustered out February 6, 1919.Wilson, Ole Andrew
Born at Blackfore, Indiana, February 28, 1893. He was the son of John W. and Sarah Ellen Wilson, Hawkins. Entered service at Ladysmith, August 8, 1918, assigned to 34th Company, S. A. R. D., Camp MacArthur. Sailed for France September 13, 1918. Transferred to 2nd Division, to 156th M. Gun Batn. Saw action in Meuse-Argonne. Wounded in Shoulder, November 9, 1918. Landed in United States March 25, 1919. Mustered out April 14, 1919.Wilson, Ora A.
ArmyWolf, Ivan H.
ArmyWolfe, Morris F.
Born at Minneapolis, Minnesota, May 6, 1896. He was the son of Mrs. Hannah Morse, Flambeau, Wisconsin. Entered service at Minneapolis, Minnesota June 24, 1918, assigne to 161st Depot Brigade. Trained at Camp Grant, Fort Snelling, Fort Brady, Michigan. On guard at St. Marie, Michigan, on the docks. Transferred to Company B, 18th Batn. United States Guards. Promoted to rank of corporal. Mustered out January 13, 1919.Wolfe, Richard J.
Born at Minneapolis, Minnesota, June 24, 1894. He was the son of Mrs. Hannah Morse. Enlisted at Minneapolis, Minnesota, January 15, 1918, in Battalion C, 320th F. A. Trained at Camp Dodge, and Camp MacArthur. Sailed March 4, 1919. Transferred to Battalion E, 119th F. A. In all engagements of 32nd Division. Had an operation on eye shortly before leaving France. Landed in United States May 4, 1919. Mustered out May 17, 1919.Wolfe, Walter
Born at Flambeau, Wisconsin, December 27, 1896. He was the son of Joseph Wolfe, Flambeau, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ladysmith, Wisconsin, July 15, 1918, assigned to 1st Company, Training Reg. No. 1 M. G. T. C., Camp Hancock. Trained at Camp Hancock and Camp Devens. Transferred to Company A, 34th M. Gun Batn. Ill with flu October 14 to November 8, 1918, at Camp Devens. Mustered out February 8, 1919.Wood, Charles
Born at Neillsville, Wisconsin, May 27, 1897. He was the son of Maud and George Wood, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service at Duluth, May 25, 1918, assigned to Company M, 34th Mechanical Engineers. Trained at Camp Lewis, Wash., and Fort Benj. Harrison, Indiana. Sailed for France July 16, 1918. Landed in United States July 27, mustered out August 4th, 1919.Wood, Ernest C.
Born at Hudson, Iowa, April 5, 1896. He was the son of Oscar J. and Clara A. Wood, Weyerhaeuser, Wisconsin. Entered service June 30, 1918, at Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Assigned to Auto Mechanics School, Chicago, Illinois. Also trained at Camp Taylor, Kentucky. Transferred to Battery E. 6th Batn., Camp Taylor. Promoted to rank of sergeant bugler. Mustered out December 13, 1918.Woodard, Sam
Born at Ontario, Vernon County, Wisconsin, October 8, 1890. He was the son of Robert and Mary Woodard. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919. Promoted to rank of sergeant.Woodbury, Clarence
Born at Anoka, Minnesota, March 21, 1894. He was the son of H. C. and Abbie Woodbury, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ladysmith, Wisconsin, May 1, 1918, assigned to Company I, 53rd Infantry Trained at Camp Wadsworth, South Carolina Sailed for France July 5, 1918. Transferred to A. E. F. Univ., Beaunne, France. Promoted to rank of corporal. Saw action in Meuse-Argonne and Vosges Sector. Ill April 7 to May 1, 1919. with mumps. Landed in United States July 1, mustered out July 10, 1919.Woodmansee, Jule R.
Born at woolstock, Iowa, January 8, 1892. He was the son of James J. and Jane Ann Woodmansee. Entered service at Ladysmith, April 29, 1918, assigned to Company A. 64th Infantry Trained at Camp Grant and Camp MacArthur, Texas. Sailed for France August 24, 1918. In action at St. Mihiel. Suffered a sprained knee January 7, 1919. Landed in United States March 7, mustered out May 5, 1919.Worman, Milton
Born at Maple Grove, Wisconsin, April 10, 1890. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battalion B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919.
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Yancey, Jack P.
Born at Bennet Siding, Wisconsin, April 20, 1897. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Yancey, Ladysmith, Wisconsin. Enlisted in Troop K, June 3, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919.Yankee, Archie
ArmyYankee, John A.
Born at Heintown, Wisconsin, November 22, 1892. He was the son of william and Katherine Yankee, Tony, Wisconsin. Entered service at Ladysmith, August 2, 1918, assigned to Hdqrs. Company, 7th F. A. Trained at Camp Zachary Taylor, Kentucky. Transferred to Battalion C. 7th F. A. Mustered out December 24, 1918.
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Zarzecki, Joseph
ArmyZebro, Albert John
Born at Menomonie, Wisconsin, March 5, 1897. He was the son of Albert and Catherine Zebeo, Weyerhaeuser. Entered service at Ladysmith, July 15, 1918, assigned to Company C, Training Reg., Camp Randall, Madison. Transferred to 1st Company 17th Batn. Infantry Replacement. Mustered out March 21, 1919.Zebro, William R.
Born at Menomonie, Wisconsin, June 9, (1919 obviously wrong). He was the son of Albert and Catherine Zebro. Entered service at Minneapolis, Minnesota, March 15, 1918, assigned to 355th Aero Squadron. Trained at Kelly Field, Texas. Sailed for France August 20, 1918. Landed in United States May 3, mustered out May 22, 1919.Zimmer, George
Born in Greenleaf, Wisconsin, May 1, 1879. He was the son of Frank and Elizabeth Zimmer. Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919.Zimmer, Frank
Born in Greenleaf, Wisconsin, June 5, 1884. He was the son of John and Mary Zimmer, Tony, Wisconsin Enlisted in Troop K, April 14, 1917. Transferred to Battery B, and remained with it until mustered out May 16, 1919.
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