Son of Willie Abney and Ophelia Northcutt, was born in Emory, Rains County, Texas
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During World War II, he served with Company F, 411th Infantry Regiment, 103rd Infantry Division. Service No. (ASN): 38065906
While advancing toward the enemy lines in order to furnish protection for tank destroyers, the entire task force was subjected to intense enemy fire, pinning them to the ground and necessitating their withdrawal.
It is believed that Samuel was wounded and unable to withdraw when the order was given.
Recipient of the Purple Heart and Combat Infantry Badge.
Information from the Camp Fannin Roll of Honor
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During World War II, he served with Company F, 411th Infantry Regiment, 103rd Infantry Division. Service No. (ASN): 38065906
While advancing toward the enemy lines in order to furnish protection for tank destroyers, the entire task force was subjected to intense enemy fire, pinning them to the ground and necessitating their withdrawal.
It is believed that Samuel was wounded and unable to withdraw when the order was given.
Recipient of the Purple Heart and Combat Infantry Badge.
Information from the Camp Fannin Roll of Honor
Son of Willie Abney and Ophelia Northcutt, was born in Emory, Rains County, Texas
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During World War II, he served with Company F, 411th Infantry Regiment, 103rd Infantry Division. Service No. (ASN): 38065906
While advancing toward the enemy lines in order to furnish protection for tank destroyers, the entire task force was subjected to intense enemy fire, pinning them to the ground and necessitating their withdrawal.
It is believed that Samuel was wounded and unable to withdraw when the order was given.
Recipient of the Purple Heart and Combat Infantry Badge.
Information from the Camp Fannin Roll of Honor
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During World War II, he served with Company F, 411th Infantry Regiment, 103rd Infantry Division. Service No. (ASN): 38065906
While advancing toward the enemy lines in order to furnish protection for tank destroyers, the entire task force was subjected to intense enemy fire, pinning them to the ground and necessitating their withdrawal.
It is believed that Samuel was wounded and unable to withdraw when the order was given.
Recipient of the Purple Heart and Combat Infantry Badge.
Information from the Camp Fannin Roll of Honor
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