Profiles Spring-Summer 2014 Flt #18 HFDFW

Harold entered service with the U.S. Army at New Braunsfels Texas on November 29, 1942. He was 20 years old.

Soon after basic training, Harold was sent overseas to the European Theater of operations. He was assigned to the 4^th Infantry Division also known as the Rail Splitters. The 4^th Infantry was involved in 170 days of combat during World War II.

While in the 333^rd Infantry Regiment, Harold served as a driver. He participated in campaigns in the Rhineland, Ardennes and Central Europe.

Harold received the Combat Infantryman badge, Bronze Star and numerous campaign ribbons. He was discharged from the Army on December 23, 1945 with the rank of Tech Sergeant.