Memorandum from R.W. Queal to J.A. Laird - April 5, 1918
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In field Service, France. April 5, 1918. From: Lieut. R.W. Queal, C.O. Co.
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[page 2] Ammunition Dump had evacuated. These men performed very efficient services in clearing this dump, not only on light railway trucks, but even helping the officer in charge of the dump to issue ammunition to the lorries after his own personnel had evacuated. (e) In connection with clearing the ammunition dump at AX 7, I would also like to mention the following train crews who took empties to this dump and brought back loaded cars all during the day and night of March 22nd:- Sergeant J.O. Hogue, Corp. J.A. Morris, Privates J. Cantrell, A.F. McKee, V.H. Witt, A.K. Kelly, R.A. DeRossett and L.E. Shannon all of Company
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| Title | Memorandum from R.W. Queal to J.A. Laird - April 5, 1918 |
| Creator | Queal, R.W. |
| Source | Queal, R.W. Memorandum to J.A. Laird. 05 April 1918. World War I Collection. A1771. Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, Missouri. |
| Description | Memorandum from Lieutenant R.W. Queal, C.O. of Company A of the 12th Engineers, to Lieutenant Colonel J.A. Laird discussing men of special mention from the company. The memorandum commended all of the men for their servicee but highlighted the actions of several who went above and beyond the call of duty. |
| Subject LCSH | United States. Army. 12th Engineers; Military ceremonies, honors and salutes; Military decorations |
| Subject Local | World War I; WWI |
| Site Accession Number | A1771 |
| Contributing Institution | Missouri History Museum |
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| Date Original | April 5, 1918 |
| Language | English |