Frank S. Lopp

Era: World War II

Military Branch: Air Force

Frank S. Lopp served during World War II in the European Theater in the U.S. Air Force from August 23, 1944, until July 4, 1946.

He was awarded the European Theater of Operations Ribbon and the Victory Medal. His rank was Corporal.

Mr. Lopp was born in 1926 to Frank and Josephine Lopp in Gilbert, Minnesota.

Source: Veterans’ Memorial Hall History Form; Veteran’s account (see below)

“Entered the Army Air Corps in Aug of 1944. Basic training in Amarillo, Texas, went to gunnery school in Harlingen, Texas. Graduated—class of ‘45—3. Sent to France and then to Germany for occupation.”