Frederick C.A. KELLAM

  • Major

Registration numberO-020376

Grade

Major

UnitHQ 1 / 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment

Division

82nd Airborne Division

date of death06/06/1944

Original cemeteryBlosville / Carquebut

Current cemeteryFort Sam Houston National Cemetery San Antonio Bexar County, Texas USA

Medals

The American Campaign Medal is a military award of the United States Armed Forces that was established on November 6, 1942, to recognize soldiers who have distinguished themselves in the American theater of operations during World War II.

On November 15, 1943, to enhance the image of the infantryman, the War Department created the Combat Infantryman Badge retroactive to December 7, 1941. The badge was accompanied by a monthly bonus of $10. The badge was awarded to officers and enlisted men whose conduct in combat was exemplary.

Campaign medal awarded for 30 consecutive days of service in Europe, Africa or the Middle East between December 7, 1941 and November 8, 1945.

The Purple Heart is awarded to any armed forces personnel injured or killed in action.

The Silver Star is awarded to members of the Army who have served gallantly in combat against the enemy.

The decoration commemorates military service during World War II and is awarded to any member of the United States Army.

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