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In World War II
 William A. Sexton
was assigned to
Medical Detachment
411th Infantry Regiment
with the 103rd Cactus Division

Two medals we have determined he was awarded were

  
William A. Sexton  -   Principal and Social Science
Class of 53 Advisor  -  IN HIS FOOT STEPS
Grandson, Jeff Sexton teaches Algebra
Son, Jim Sexton taught English & Physical Edu.

See one grandson after 911


One of Bill's duties was to remove casualties from the battle field.
There is more to tell within these links.


Click each medal above for their description
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Bill's 1st arm patch was for the 103rd Cactus Division
 in boot camp displayed at left. Boot camp was at Camp Claiborne  near Alexandria, LA.
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Click image - Left to see boot camp area.
Bill's 2nd arm patch was for his service
 with 411th Infantry Regiment in Europe, part of the 103rd.
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Click image - Right to see Europe service area.

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Paratus Ferire (Ready to Strike)


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