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World War II Honoree

World War II Veteran

Oliver L. Howard

Branch of Service

U.S. Marine Corps

Hometown

Texon, Texas

Honored By

Danny Jones

Branch Seal
Activity During WWII

Served as a Private with Company I, Third Marine Raider Battalion during a landing on Puruata Island, Solomon Islands on 1 November 1943. He skillfully assisted in the evacuation of wounded by protecting the rescue unit from hostile fire. Awarded the silver star for gallantry in action and the purple heart.