Anthony Matanich

Anthony J. Matanich of Aurora enlisted in the Navy on May 5, 1934. He was discharged on Feb. 24, 1938, but re-enlisted on Feb. 2, 1942.

He was a Chief Aviation Machinist's Mate in aircraft maintenance and repair. He served with Headquarters Squadron 12, CASU 4; Scout Observation Service Unit 1; VSI D-7 in the Pacific Theater.

Mr. Matanich received the: Good Conduct Medal with a star, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, American Campaign Medal, American Defense Service Medal and World War II Victory Medal.

He was discharged on Jan. 28, 1946 at Shoemaker, Calif.

Source: Hometown Heroes: The St. Louis County World War II Project. 194.

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