Korean War
| Service # | 55098275 |
|---|---|
| Rank | Private U.S. Army |
| Date of Death | August 21 1951 |
Korean Service Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation
Republic of Korea War Service Medal
United Nations Service Medal
Private Bigger was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.
Notes
Private Bigger was a member of Headquarters Company, 72nd Medium Tank Battalion, 2nd Infantry Division. On August 21, 1951, he was caught in a strong current while swimming in the Choyang River near Rachung-ni, North Korea.