William M. MacDonald

First Lieutenant William M MacDonald cross grave marker with small flags photo

World War II (WWII)
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Fallen

County:
Cass

Date of Loss:

Military Service:
    Rank:
    First Lieutenant
    Branch of Service:
    Army
    Regiment / Group / Brigade:
    253rd Infantry Regiment
    Division / Fleet / Air Force or Equivalent:
    63rd Infantry Division
    Conflicts Served:
    World War II (WWII)
Silver Star

Circumstances:

Killed in action in Germany. When the command post of his company had become surrounded by the enemy, Lt. MacDonald organized two squads from another unit and attacked their flank. After leading his men to an advantageous position, he was fatally wounded.

Biography:

Buried at Epinal American Cemetery and Memorial.