Nelson M. WALKER
Registration numberO-007642
Grade
Brigadier General
UnitHQ Assistant Division Commander
Division
8th Infantry Division
date of death10/07/1944
Original cemeteryBlosville / Carquebut
Current cemeteryB-23-47 Normandy American Cemetery St-Laurent/Mer Omaha Beach France
Medals
Distinguished Service Cross
The SDC is awarded to members of the armed forces who have distinguished themselves by an act of heroism that does not warrant the HSM.
European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal
Campaign medal awarded for 30 consecutive days of service in Europe, Africa or the Middle East between December 7, 1941 and November 8, 1945.
Legion of Merit
The Legion of Merit may be awarded to a foreign national. This medal recognizes outstanding service outside of combat zones.
Purple Heart
The Purple Heart is awarded to any armed forces personnel injured or killed in action.
WWII Victory Medal
The decoration commemorates military service during World War II and is awarded to any member of the United States Army.