Interviewer: Deanna Paster, Justine Kilmer, and Matthew Milwicz
Q: When/Where was he born?
A: Born on February 15, 1915 in Cranford (family moved here from NYC)
Q: When did he join the forces?
A: Joined the military as the NJ National Guard Essex Troop on December 22, 1938, and was activated on January 6, 1941
Q: What major contribution did he do for WWII? (if any)
A: June 1944, Normandy France introduces his new tank innovation “The Rhino Tank”
Q: Did he ever get married? (if so, when and to who)
A: Engaged on August 16, 1945 to Bernice Enright Married Bernice on October 18, 1963 in St. Michael’s Church. (They will live in NYC) Q: Where did you and your husband live at the time of war?
A: We lived in Bayonne, New Jersey, he was drafted after only four months of marriage.
Q: When did he come out of the war?
A: He was discharged on September 22, 1945
Q: When did he die?
A: Died on November 20, 1963 at 1 Christopher Street in the city. Pres. Eisenhower sent his family a message of condolence when he passed. Q: Did he receive any awards/medals?
A: He was awarded the Legion of Merit, Purple Heart with Oak Leaf Cluster, Good Conduct Medal, European Theater Medal with 3 campaign stars, American Defense Medal, and Victory Medal
Q: Any other facts: A: In Cranford, there is a street named after him, a red oak tree and there is a plaque for him in the Municipal Building
