Joseph Hollinday
Era: World War II
Military Branch: Marines
Joseph Holinday served during World War II in the Pacific Theater in the U.S. Marine Corps from April 1, 1944 until April 2, 1946.
He was assigned to E Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Regiment, of the 1st Marine Division. His rank was Private 1st Class.
Mr. Holinday was born in White Earth, Minnesota, to Charles and Anna Hollinday.
Source: Veterans’ Memorial Hall History Form; veteran’s account (see below)
"Participated in the battle for Okinawa as a rifleman from April 1, 1945 to June 2, 1945. Went to Peking, China for occupation duty from September 1945 to April 1946."