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PERSONAL EFFECTS


James' Dog Tag

was amongst items returned to the family.  Data includes his name and ASN as well as his next-of-kin contact


... also included
was this plate but we are unsure of its purpose.  Footlocker? Casket? Other?

If you know the purpose, please contact Jumpmaster

Last Will and Testament
completed 26 November 1943 assigned his assets to his mother. His witnesses were Raymond Fabuz and Arthur Fish.  On D-Day Fabuz was KIA while Fish was captured.
Authorization For Issuance of Awards
dated 14 February 2002 detail all military decorations that were earned by James.
Application for Pennsylvania WWII Veterans Bonus
claimed by James' mother Effie, as his designated beneficiary.
   Note that because he was killed in action there was no computation of domestic or foreign time served.  Instead, the award was automatically $500, the highest amount available.
  His father, Mack, is shown with an address at a mental institution but whether as an employee or patient is unknown.