Ray G Swanson ★ World War II Gold Star Veteran from Georgia
Ray G Swanson
World War II
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On October 24, 1944 Private Swanson was declared a casualty of World War II. ★ He served with honor in the United States Army. ★ He is remembered by the people of Georgia. ★ 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 | 30380 |
| Service ID | 6388256 |
| Name | Ray G Swanson |
| From | Cobb County, Georgia |
| Casualty Date | October 24, 1944 |
| War | World War II |
| Service Branch | Army |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit/Group | 31st Infantry Regiment |
| Casualty Type | Missing in action or lost at sea, Prisoner of War, under Japanese control |
| Location | Philippines |
| Burial | Tablets of the Missing at Manila American Cemetery, Manila, Philippines |
| Notable Awards |
★ Bronze Star
★ Prisoner of War Medal
★ Purple Heart |
| Remembered | 
Ray G Swanson is buried or memorialized at Tablets of the Missing at Manila American Cemetery, Manila, Philippines. This is an American Battle Monuments Commission location. |
Additional Details
Some records indicate being held as a prisoner by Japan at a location known as Philippines▼ Auto-Generated Profile Synopsis: Ray G Swanson was serving his country during World War II when he gave his all in the line of duty. He had enlisted in the United States Army. Swanson had the rank of Private. Service number assignment was 6388256. Attached to 31st Infantry Regiment.
According to our records Georgia was his home or enlistment state and Cobb county has been included within the archival record. During his service in World War II, Army Private Swanson was reported missing and ultimately declared dead on October 24, 1944. Recorded circumstances attributed to: Missing in action or lost at sea, Prisoner of War, under Japanese control. Incident location: Philippines. |
Commendations + Awards
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★ World War II Victory Medal
★ Bronze Star
★ Prisoner of War Medal
★ Combat Infantryman Badge
★ Purple Heart
★ Marksmanship Badge
★ American Campaign Medal
★ Army Presidential Unit Citation
★ Army Good Conduct Medal
★ Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal
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