Willard Fred Van Alst

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World War II (WWII)
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POW

Williston, ND

County:

Williams

Date of Loss:

1942-04-09

Branch of Service:

Marines

Rank:

Corporal

Circumstances:

Was captured by the Japanese at Fort Mills, Philippine Islands and was held as a Prisoner of War until his death while still in captivity.

Willard Fred Van Alst

World War II (WWII) - POW

World War II (WWII)
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POW