Marine Private First Class Fred J. Laughlin

Creator

Preview

Identifier

20030608

Description

The Purple Heart, awarded posthumously to Marine Private First Class Fred J. Laughlin, of Goldthwaite, Texas, has been sent to his mother, Mrs. Frances J. Laughlin. Going into action with the 5th Marine Division on February 17, he was killed on February 22, 1945. He is pictured in his military portrait photograph, wearing his uniform.

Archival Date

1945-07-16

Collection Name

Fort Worth Star-Telegram Collection

Collection Number

AR406-6-353

Original Format

Negatives, Black & White;Copy of Original Image

File Format

JPG

Rights

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License

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Subjects

Purple Heart; Killed in Action; Military uniforms; Portrait photographs; Hats; Neckties