Edward Erwin, Jr. [1]
Death Details/Burial/Memorial Services: He was wounded on Luzon on Feb. 12, and his death followed on Feb. 13. Memorial planned to be built at Davidson College by his parents in memory of their two sons who were killed.
Age at Death: 21
Image Source: Davidson College publication
Biographical Notes:
Editor of The Davidsonian, senior year, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Omicron Delta Kappa, Sigma Upsilon, Panhellenic Council, International Relations board, Scabbard and Blade treasurer
Date of Birth:
7/28/1923
Birthplace:
Morganton, NC
Education Details:
Davidson College, Class of 1943
Family Details:
Prof. and Mrs. Edward Jones (Mary B.) Erwin - Davidson College faculty since 1920 Davidson NC Capt. George Phifer Erwin - Killed in a bomber crash at Ft. Riley, KS on Jan. 26, 1945, Mrs. R. C. (Gaudelock) Dyer - 8308 Langley Ave. Chicago, IL
First Name:
Edward
KIA / MIA Place:
Luzon, Philippines
KIA Date:
2/13/1945
Last Name:
Erwin, Jr.
Middle Name:
Jones
Military Details:
OSC, Fort Benning, GA, Camp Ord, OR, Luzon (Demartis to Rosario Road), New Guinea, Philippines
Military Rank:
First Lieutenant
Source:
Newsprint and Davidson College Bulletin and annuals
Military Unit:
158th Infantry Co. G
Exhibit & Section:
MIA Date:
NA