Born 1916
PFC Robert R. Holmes saw action as a member of Co G, 2d Bn, 137th Inf, 35th Division, from August of 1944 to the end of WW II, including the battles in the Ardennes, Rhineland, and Central Europe, including the battle for the Elbe River. He served on the Honor Guard for Pres. Harry Truman’s visit to Antwerp and Potsdam in 1945. He was awarded the Bronze Star, Combat Infantryman’s Badge, Good Conduct Medal, three battle Campaign Ribbons, and the French Legion of Merit. He has been active as speaker and promoter for WW II remembrances, and as a member of the VFW, American Legion, and Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge. He has been an active participant in the 35th Division Association.