Dominic P Caravona ★ World War II Gold Star Veteran from Ohio
On September 25, 1944 Captain Caravona was declared a casualty of World War II. ★ He served with honor in the United States Army. ★ He is remembered by the people of Ohio. ★ 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 | 96823 |
Service ID | O-491911 |
Name | Dominic P Caravona |
From | Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio |
Casualty Date | September 25, 1944 |
War | World War II |
Service Branch | Army |
Rank | Captain |
Unit/Group | 4th Armored Division, 51st Infantry Battalion |
Casualty Type | KIA - Killed in Action |
Burial | Plot C Row 21 Grave 67, Lorraine American Cemetery, St. Avold, France |
Notable Awards |
★ Purple Heart |
Remembered |
Dominic P Caravona is buried or memorialized at Plot C Row 21 Grave 67, Lorraine American Cemetery, St. Avold, France. This is an American Battle Monuments Commission location. |
Additional Details
Cpt Dominic P Caravona was married to Mildred E Gaunter in Cuyahoga County, Ohio on 6 August 1940.
Auto-Generated Profile Synopsis: Dominic P Caravona 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. Caravona had the rank of Captain. Service number assignment was O-491911. Attached to 4th Armored Division, 51st Infantry Battalion.
According to our records Ohio was his home or enlistment state and Cuyahoga county has been included within the archival record. We have Cleveland listed as his city.
During his service in World War II, Army Captain Caravona experienced a traumatic event which ultimately resulted in loss of life on September 25, 1944. Recorded circumstances attributed to: KIA - Killed in Action. |
Commendations + Awards
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★ World War II Victory Medal
★ Combat Infantryman Badge
★ Purple Heart
★ American Campaign Medal
★ Army Presidential Unit Citation
★ Army Good Conduct Medal
★ European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign
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