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John "Jack" Baucom
First Name:
John Jack
Middle Name:
Bunyan
Last Name:
Baucom
Date of Birth:
7/18/1926
Death Details/Burial/Memorial Services: He died at sea after his ship, the U.S.S. St. Lo (formerly known as the U.S.S. Midway) was attacked by enemy forces. A memorial service was held at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Union Co., NC, on 11-18-1945. Memorial marker in Ft McKinley, Manila, PI.
Age at Death: 18
Image Source: The Charlotte News 5-4-1945
Personal Details
Education Details:
Bain High School, Mecklenburg Co., NC, Piedmont Junior High
Biographical Notes:
Bain High School sports teams, Piedmont Junior High basketball, Golden Gloves
Family Details:
Mr. & Mrs. Edgar Ray (Dezzie Mae) Baucom - Rt. 1, Harrisburg, NC Ellis Baucom - Euclid Ave. Charlotte, NC Marilyn Rae Baucom - niece
Military Details
Military Rank:
Seaman Second Class
Military Unit:
U. S. S. Midway, which became the U. S. S. St. Lo
KIA Date:
10/25/1944
MIA Date:
NA
KIA / MIA Place:
Pacific Ocean near the Philippines
Military Details:
Great Lakes Naval Training Station, IL, Guam, Morotai, Shoemaker, CA, Tinian, Treasure Island, CA, Saipan
Awards:
Bronze Star, Purple Heart
Source:
Newsprint, death index and family information