James Backus was assigned to the 3rd Marine Division.
James received the Purple Heart (PH) serving during World War II .
We Salute James Backus.
18-MAR-43 Purple Heart
CO. "A", 3RDTNKBN, 3RDMARDIV, FMF, WILLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND
World War II, 1941-1945
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