Latta, Robert T.
- Date of birth:
- November 12th, 1913
- Date of death:
- September 10th, 1952 (Korea)
- Nationality:
- American (1776 - present, Republic)
Biography
Robert T. Latta was a Captain in the 353rd Battalion, 89th Infantry Division during World War II. He was awarded the Bronze Star. He survived WWII and was among the first such veterans to be re-called during the Korean build-up. He was posted to Korea, promoted to Major and was KIA during September, 1952.
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Combat Infantryman Badge
- Period:
- Second World War (1939-1945)
- Rank:
- Captain
- Unit:
- 353rd Infantry Regiment, 89th Infantry Division "Rolling W", U.S. Army
- Period:
- Korean War (1950-1953)
- Rank:
- Major
- Unit:
- 25th Infantry Division "Tropic Lightning", U.S. Army
- Period:
- Korean War (1950-1953)
United Nations Service Medal for Korea
- Period:
- Korean War (1950-1953)
Republic of Korea War Service Medal
- Period:
- Korean War (1950-1953)
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