Leonard J Dishman ★ Korean War Gold Star Veteran from Tennessee
Leonard J Dishman
Korean War
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On September 22, 1950 Private First Class Dishman was declared a casualty of the Korean War. ★ He served with honor in the United States Army. ★ He is remembered by the people of Tennessee. ★ 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 | 9109 |
| Service ID | 14325821 |
| Name | Leonard J Dishman |
| From | Fentress County, Tennessee |
| Casualty Date | September 22, 1950 |
| War | Korean War |
| Service Branch | Army |
| Rank | Private First Class |
| Unit/Group | 38th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division |
| Casualty Type | Killed in Action |
| Location | South Korea |
| Notable Awards |
★ Purple Heart |
| Remembered |  Leonard is remembered at the Korean War Veterans Memorial in Washington. This is a National Parks Service and American Battle Monuments Commission location. |
Additional Details
▼ Auto-Generated Profile Synopsis: Leonard J Dishman was serving his country during the Korean War when he gave his all in the line of duty. He had enlisted in the United States Army. Dishman had the rank of Private First Class. Service number assignment was 14325821. Attached to 38th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division.
According to our records Tennessee was his home or enlistment state and Fentress county has been included within the archival record. During his service in the Korean War, Army Private First Class Dishman experienced a traumatic event which ultimately resulted in loss of life on September 22, 1950. Recorded circumstances attributed to: Killed in Action. Incident location: South Korea. |
Commendations + Awards
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★ Combat Infantryman Badge
★ Purple Heart
★ Marksmanship Badge
★ Korean Service Medal
★ National Defense Service Medal
★ Republic of Korea Presidential Citation
★ Republic of Korea War Service Medal
★ United Nations Service Medal
★ Army Presidential Unit Citation
★ Army Good Conduct Medal
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