U.S.S. Flasher Troop Transport Newsletter November 11, 1945

Promo List Original Copy Sept 12, 1945

Promo List Web Page Sept 12, 1945

Surrender of Korea to American Forces Flag Ceremony Sept 10, 1945

International Dateline Certificate

Job Well Done Letter

Guestbook

George Alison Smith, served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a Tech Sergeant. He belonged to the 49th Field Artillery Battalion under Eric. B. Sundling, 1st Lt. He served in the battles for Attu, Kiska, Kwajalein, Eniwetok, Leyte, Okinawa, the Phillipines and Korea. A graduate of Manual Arts High School in Los Angeles, he also attended Los Angeles City College. He was an accountant with Shell Oil Co. before being inducted. His induction came on October 27, 1941, at Fort McArthur. His tour of duty ended on November 17, 1945. He was a supply non commissioned officer with the 49th F.A.B. He supervised 4 other supply men and clerks in the issue of clothing, equipment, rations, guns and ammunition. Handled salvage about once every week. He took inventory and kept records of all incoming and outgoing supplies. Taking a break with a friend. Phillipines, 1945 Two Phillipine natives. One carries bundle on head. Picture also shows beach which is about 25yds.from where we lived. Feb 1945		This is the Seventh Infantry Division cemetery on Okinawa in the Ryukyus. Here rest the gallant dead who so unselfishly paid the supreme price for freedom. May they rest in Peace. Ribbons and Medals Awarded George A. Smith Philllipine Liberation with one bronze star American Defense Medal WWII Victory Medal Asia-Pacific Campagin with 4 bronze stars and arrowhead Good Conduct Medal AmericanCampaign Marksman
The Southwest Wave October 7, 1945 click here to read article		Aubrey Hickey, Louis Schriff and George Smith. Please sign the guestbook Look at guestbook More Phillipine Pics   Pete, the "Houseboy"

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