Cpl Howard Humphreys Co. K 3rd Bn 4th Marines lost 72 years ago on the Arisan Maru

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back of the enlistment card

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Casualty report

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The letter officially declaring Howard as lost

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Copy of telegram notifying Howard's family of his death

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Muster information about Howard while in captivity.

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another view of his medals

[Collector .45]

That is one saddening medal group. What a story to a young marine. The drawing really gets me. Thank you for posting in honor of this young marine.

 

- Henry

[Mach]

Great grouping with amazing paperwork. Such a sad story.

 

Thank you for sharing it.

 

Nick

[bobgee]

Outstanding presentation, Kevin. R.I.P. Cpl. Humphreys. Semper Fi.......Bob

[sheriffsgt]

Thank you for posting quite a story to a real hero. Rest in peace Corporal Humphreys.

 

James

[BEAST]

Thank you for posting such a poignant group. RIP Marine.

[vernonshattuck]

Thank you for posting this story and medals.

[mes]

Great group. thanks for posting this amazing history. Rip Cpl Humphreys

[katieony]

Kevin,

 

As always, well researched and presented. A very nice tribute to this brave Marine! Thank you for sharing his story and the images of his medals.

 

Mike

[devildog34]

In remembrance of the fall of Corrigedor 75 years ago.

[bobgee]

R.I.P. Marine!

[Sgt. BARney]

Semper Fi, Marine!

May you rest in peace.