Quintus B. Nelson

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World War II (WWII)
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MIA

Grand Forks, ND

County:

Grand Forks

Date of Loss:

1945-04-16

Recovered:

Remains not recovered

Branch of Service:

Marines

Rank:

Major

Company / Ship / Flight or equivalent:

United States Marine Corps

Circumstances:

Died while in MIA status. Lost over Palau.

Biography:

Memorialized at Manila American Cemetery and Memorial. Received Distinguished Flying Cross, Purple Heart, and Air Medal awards.

Quintus B. Nelson

World War II (WWII) - MIA

World War II (WWII)
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MIA