Arthur W. Pennala, Jr.

Era: World War II

Military Branch: Army

Arthur W. Pennala Jr. of Winton, Minnesota enlisted in the Army on Dec. 21, 1945.

He was a Private First Class and a military policeman in the Pacific.

Mr. Pennala was awarded the: World War II Victory Medal.

He re-enlisted on Dec. 21, 1948, and was a Corporal during service in the Korean War.

He received the: Good Conduct Medal, Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation, Meritorious Service Unit Citation, Korean Service Medal, UN Service Medal and Army of Occupation Service Medal (Japan).

He was discharged on June 14, 1952.

Source: Hometown Heroes: The St. Louis County World War II Project. 244.