1924 – 2010
Sgt James T. Winslow, Jr. served as a Machine Gunner in Co L, 3rd Bn, 137th Inf Regt, during WW II, receiving the Bronze Star Medal for heroic actions during the battle in the Gremecey Forest, Fresnes, France on 29 Sep 1944. As a Squad Leader, and while wounded in both legs, he protected the withdrawal of his men. For his wounds, he also received the Purple Heart. He received an Oak Leaf Cluster for the Purple Heart in a subsequent battle, as well as the Combat Infantryman’s Badge. Following WW II, he served on Occupation Duty in Europe as a Military Policeman. He married his wife, Josephine, and they had three children. He died on Dec. 4, 2010, and is buried in Arlington National Cemetery.