Ivan V Nietz ★ World War II Gold Star Veteran from New Jersey
Ivan V Nietz
World War II
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On March 5, 1945 Private First Class Nietz was declared a casualty of World War II. ★ He served with honor in the United States Army. ★ He is remembered by the people of New Jersey. ★ 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 | 87008 |
| Service ID | 32589975 |
| Name | Ivan V Nietz |
| From | Morris County, New Jersey |
| Casualty Date | March 5, 1945 |
| War | World War II |
| Service Branch | Army |
| Rank | Private First Class |
| Unit/Group | 76th Infantry Division, 417th Infantry Regiment |
| Casualty Type | KIA - Killed in Action |
| Burial | Plot D Row 4 Grave 25, Luxembourg American Cemetery, Luxembourg City, Luxembourg |
| Notable Awards |
★ Purple Heart |
| Remembered | 
Ivan V Nietz is buried or memorialized at Plot D Row 4 Grave 25, Luxembourg American Cemetery, Luxembourg City, Luxembourg. This is an American Battle Monuments Commission location. |
Additional Details
▼ Auto-Generated Profile Synopsis: Ivan V Nietz 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. Nietz had the rank of Private First Class. Service number assignment was 32589975. Attached to 76th Infantry Division, 417th Infantry Regiment.
According to our records New Jersey was his home or enlistment state and Morris county has been included within the archival record. During his service in World War II, Army Private First Class Nietz experienced a traumatic event which ultimately resulted in loss of life on March 5, 1945. Recorded circumstances attributed to: KIA - Killed in Action. |
Commendations + Awards
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★ World War II Victory Medal
★ Combat Infantryman Badge
★ Purple Heart
★ Marksmanship Badge
★ American Campaign Medal
★ Army Presidential Unit Citation
★ Army Good Conduct Medal
★ European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign
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