William Jelens

William Jelens served his country in World War II with the 461st Bombardment Group .

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MIA (Missing In Action)

Staff Sergeant William Jelens was MIA 25 July 1944.

05/05/1944
AM/10LC
Air Medal (AM)

1LT
GO: 359
DAYTON OH

07/03/1944
AM/1OLC
Air Medal (AM) Oak Leaf Cluster (OLC)

SSGT
GO: 1541

Wilton NY


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