William F. Kluck

Era: World War II

Military Branch: Navy

William F. Kluck of Duluth, Minnesoa was inducted into the Naval Reserve on September 14, 1943.

He was a Seaman 1st Class and served aboard the aircraft carrier USS Chinango (CVE 28), with Fleet Air Wing 6, and at continental United States shore stations.

He was honorably discharged on December 18, 1946 at Jacksonville, Fla..

He also served as a corporal in the Army during the Korean Conflict.

Mr. Kluck was awarded the: United Nations Service Medal, Korean Service Medal, Army of Occupation Service Medal (Japan).

He was discharged on October 27, 1952.

Source: Hometown Heroes: The St. Louis County World War II Project. 147.