Korean War
| Service # | 06588960 |
|---|---|
| Rank | Master Sergeant U.S. Army |
| Date of Death | May 18 1951 |
Korean Service Medal
National Defense Service Medal
United Nations Service Medal
World War II Victory Medal
Master Sergeant Nelson was awarded the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean War Service Medal and the World War II Victory Medal.
Notes
Master Sergeant Nelson was a veteran of World War II. In Korea, he was a member of the 2nd Signal Company, 2nd Infantry Division. On May 18, 1951, he died from pneumonia.