John Keys

World War II Draft Card (front)

World War II Draft Card (reverse)

Induction and Enlistment: April 5, 1942
Training: Camp Claiborne and Fort Bragg, North Carolina
Military Occupation (MOS) 055, Rank: Tec 4
Battles/Campaigns: Sicily, Naples-Foggia, Normandy, Holland
Service Dates: April 5, 1942 – September 18, 1944
Status: Killed in Action (KIA) reported on September 18, 1944, in Holland
Decorations and Citations: European African Middle Eastern Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Unit Citation Badge, Four Battle Stars, Purple Heart
Separation Date/Place from the Service: September 18, 1944

STL Archives (see below)

Statement of medic George Johnson

News articles (see below)

Excerpts from Chaplain Reid’s diary locating John Keys grave and recovery (see below)