June 19, 1922 – January 25, 1959
Lawrence Forrest
Personal Information
Birthplace: Argonia, Kansas
Service Information
Branch of Service: Navy
Unit: USS Bristol
Theater of Operation: Other
Enlisted / Commissioned: Oct 15, 1942
Discharged: Jun 9, 1946
Honored By: R.D. Lyon, Capt. USNR
Biography
Lawrence Forrest was one of four brothers that all served during World War II. Lawrence had a twin brother Lorin. These four brothers all served their country at the same time. Fortunately, they all returned home to their loved ones. Their hometown was Argonia, KS in Summer County. Served in the Mediterranean Sea; North Atlantic
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