Napoleon J Leblanc ★ World War I Gold Star Veteran from Illinois
Napoleon J Leblanc
World War I
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On June 11, 1918 Corporal Leblanc was declared a casualty of World War I. ★ He served with honor in the United States Marine Corps. ★ He is remembered by the people of Illinois. ★ May his positive example inspire us. Working together towards peace, mutual respect, and equality for all.
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Service Details
| This Profile ID | 134258 |
| Name | Napoleon J Leblanc |
| From | Chicago, Cook County, Illinois |
| Casualty Date | June 11, 1918 |
| War | World War I |
| Service Branch | Marine Corps |
| Rank | Corporal |
| Unit/Group | 2nd Division, 6th USMC Regiment |
| Casualty Type | Killed in Action |
| Burial | Plot A Row 7 Grave 33, Aisne-Marne American Cemetery, Belleau, France |
| Notable Awards |
★ Purple Heart |
| Remembered | 
Napoleon J Leblanc is buried or memorialized at Plot A Row 7 Grave 33, Aisne-Marne American Cemetery, Belleau, France. This is an American Battle Monuments Commission location. |
Additional Details
▼ Auto-Generated Profile Synopsis: Napoleon J Leblanc was serving his country during World War I when he gave his all in the line of duty. He had enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. Leblanc had the rank of Corporal. Attached to 2nd Division, 6th USMC Regiment.
According to our records Illinois was his home or enlistment state and Cook county has been included within the archival record. We have Chicago listed as his city. During his service in World War I, Marine Corps Corporal Leblanc experienced a traumatic event which ultimately resulted in loss of life on June 11, 1918. Recorded circumstances attributed to: Killed in Action. |
Commendations + Awards
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★ World War I Victory Medal
★ Purple Heart
★ Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal
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