Stanley Glumac
Era: World War II
Military Branch: Army
Stanley Glumac served in World War II.
He served in the U.S. Army from October 14, 1942, until February 16, 1946. He was assigned to the 714th Tank Battalion, 12th Armored Division in Manila, the Philippines.
His rank was Corporal.
Mr. Glumac received a commendation for Good Conduct Medal and an honorable discharge.
Mr. Glumac was born on June 14, 1922, in Duluth, Minnesota, the son of Steve and Staka Glumac.
Source: Veterans’ Memorial Hall veteran history form; veteran reminiscences (see below)
“We went on bivouac and lost our way for three days and didn’t have any food, and I had a box of Baby Ruth candy bars and shared with the boys, and all were thankful.”
“I was the first vehicle (Jeep with a machine gun) down the road in the Philippines heading to Luzon to take the town.”
