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Benson, James M.

Date of birth:
March 11th, 1922 (Charleston/West Virginia, United States)
Date of death:
April 5th, 1945 (Germany)
Nationality:
American (1776 - present, Republic)

Biography

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Technician 5th Grade (T-5)
Unit:
Company A, 61st Armored Infantry Battalion, 10th Armored Division

Awarded posthumously.
Purple Heart
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)

With "RIFLE" clasp.
Marksman Badge
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)

With "SUBMACHINE GUN" clasp
Sharpshooter Badge

Sources

  • - Decorations

Photo