Nelson, Walbert O.

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Walbert O. Nelson joined the 10th Mountain Division at Camp Swift, Tex. He was assigned to the 87th Infantry Regiment; 10th Medical Battalion, Veterinary Detachment and the 10th Headquarters Company. Nelson was sent to Italy where he received a Bronze Star medal for his actions in the Apennines and the Po Valley in Spring 1945. He attained the rank of Major and died in 1991.

From the description of Walbert O. Nelson papers, 1945-1988. (Denver Public Library). WorldCat record id: 244252702

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creatorOf Nelson, Walbert O. Walbert O. Nelson papers, 1945-1988. Denver Public Library, Central Library
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Camp Swift (Tex.)
United States
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Ski troops
Soldiers
World War, 1939-1945
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Active 1945

Active 1988

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