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March 1, 1919 – Unknown

Calvin Matteson

Personal Information

Birthplace: Manchester, KS

Service Information

Branch of Service: Army

Unit: 417 Infantry, 76th Infantry Division

Theater of Operation: European

Enlisted / Commissioned: Jan 15, 1942

Discharged: Nov 17, 1952

Highest Rank: Warrant Officer JG

Honored By: Mary, wife, and sons Ronald, Robert, Dennis, and Gary

Biography

Calvin Matteson received the following medals for his service during World War II: Bronze Star – American Theater; Combat Infantry Badge; Good Conduct Medal; EAME Theater Ribbon with 3 Bronze Battle Stars; and 16/S service Victory Medal. He obtained the rank of Warrant Officer, J.G. Calvin passed away in 2009.

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