Marion J. Hottman entered WW II in 1942 from Detroit, KS, Dickinson County, reporting to Fort Leavenworth, KS. He served as a rifleman of an infantry squad in combat in the Philippine Islands and Japan.

During his tour, in addition to his combat as a rifleman, he also performed duties as a lineman on communications poles. He also served as a Military Policeman.

Awards included: American Service Medal, Asiatic Pacific Service Medal, Philippine Liberation Ribbon, World War II Victory Medal and Good Conduct Medal.

He was discharged on 2 Feb. 1946.