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Homer Wallace
First Name:
Homer
Middle Name:
A.
Last Name:
Wallace
Birthplace:
Wilgrove section near Charlotte, NC
Death Details/Burial/Memorial Services: He was wounded on January 18, and he returned to duty after his recovery. He had previously been reported missing in action. He was killed instantly while his unit was under artillery fire from the enemy. He was buried at the American Cemetery at Henri Chapelle, Belgium.
Age at Death: 19
Image Source: The Charlotte News 4-12-1945
Personal Details
Biographical Notes:
Charlotte News Printing Co. as a printer, Western Union Telegraph for 3 years
Family Details:
Mr. & Mrs. Oscar A. ( Ola B.) Wallace - 414 E. Seventh St. Charlotte, NC
Beatrice Wallace, Essie Wallace, Mildred Wallace, Mrs. Ella Morgan, Mrs. Maude Cubley, Vada Wallace
Military Details
Military Branch:
Army Enlisted: 4-1944
Military Rank:
Private First Class
Military Unit:
Infantry in the Third Army
KIA Date:
3/14/1945
MIA Date:
NA
KIA / MIA Place:
near Honnef, Germany
Military Details:
Camp Pickett, VA, Ft. McClellan, AL
Awards:
Combat Infantry Badge for Exemplary Conduct, Purple Heart
Source:
Newsprint