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Wesley Matthews - World War II

Wesley Matthews served in the 99th Division of the U.S. Army during World War II. Matthews fought in the Battle of the Bulge and later saw action in Germany. At one point, his leg was hit with German shrapnel, which ultimately led to him receiving a disability discharge.

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A group photograph at Fort Sheridan in Texas in August 1944.

Where:
Fort Sheridan, Texas

When:
August 1944

Ownership:
Narrator's photo