James D. Knutson
Era: World War II
Military Branch: Marines
James D. Knutson served three years with the 4th Marine Division, 4th Tank Battalion and was overseas in the Pacific for 23 months. He rose to the rank of Corporal.
Mr. Knutson was awarded the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with four battle stars, a Navy citation and Presidential Unit citation.
He was honorably discharged at Great Lakes, Ill..