Gilder Horne, Jr.

Gilder Horne, Jr. [1]

Death Details/Burial/Memorial Services: His tank had been hit twice and was on fire. He ordered his comrades to evacuate, but he stayed behind to operate the guns to cover their escape. He was originally listed as missing in action but never returned to the hero's welcome he deserved. On May 14, 1943, a citation from General Eisenhower and the Distinguished Service Cross were presented to his father at Central High School. There were local and military dignitaries, representatives from V.M.I, the entire Central High student body as well as a band in attendance for the ceremony. Memorial marker in North Africa.

Age at Death: 23

Image Source: The Charlotte Observer 11-12-1943

Awards:

Distinguished Service Cross - 5/15/1943, Purple Heart

Biographical Notes:

Fencing at V.M.I, Physics and Radio Clubs at Central High School, Home Room Treasurer at Central High School

Date of Birth:

12/3/1919

Military Branch:

Army Enlisted: 1941

Education Details:

Central High School, Class of 1937, Virginia Military Institute, Class of 1941, C. Company Calvary

Family Details:

Mrs. and Mrs. Guilder Stansbury (Catherine B.) Horne - 1042 Ardsley Rd., Charlotte, NC

Bill Horne - Charlotte, NC

First Name:

Gilder

KIA / MIA Place:

Tunesia

KIA Date:

1/31/1943

Last Name:

Horne, Jr.

Middle Name:

Stansbury

Military Details:

Armored Force, Ft. Knox, KY, Ft. Dix, NJ, North Ireland, Africa

Military Rank:

First Lieutenant

Source:

Newsprint, death index and family information

Military Unit:

1st Regiment 1st Armored Division

Exhibit & Section:

Gold Star Veterans [2]

Veteran Records [3]

MIA Date: