African American. Alaska Highway. Company D. Veteran WW2 and Korean War. Born: 10 February 1918, Essex County, MA. Died: 10 January 1984, Lynn, Essex County, MA. Enlisted: (1) 15 July 1941, Boston, MA (2) 2 August 1952. Discharged: (1)12 November 1945, (2) 30 September 1968.
Education: one year high school. Civilian occupation: automotive mechanic at private garage. His father, Henry Otis Bower, (1878-1948) was employed in the shoe making industry. His mother was Leona M. Kimber (1889-1967).
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