Sgt. Nobel Perryman
Even though you might not make a startling discovery when going through memorabilia, in the Perryman's case in Oklahoma, it's a wonderful reminder how much their grandfather meant to the entire family. His service and, ultimately, disability while protecting our great nation shall not be forgotten.
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- This letter is verifying Perryman was awarded the Bronze Star for action on Feb. 4, 1944.
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- The family still has the official Bronze Star award, plus the medals in a shadow box.
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- Sgt. Nobel Perryman’s official discharge papers.
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- Sgt. Perryman’s discharge paper that lists many of his commendations and purple heart.
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- A letter from Sgt. Nobel Perryman, dated Jan. 25, 1945, while he was being treated England.
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- For the Perrymans, part of the memorabilia is a shadow box with many of Nobel’s awards and citations.
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- Nobel’s mother, Oma crafted this poem about his service in 1943.
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- Sgt. Nobel Perryman’s portrait while he was with the Second Infantry Division.
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- Some of the greatest memories are of Nobel with the family, and at home.
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- Sgt. Nobel Perryman touched many in his community, as evidenced by this poem and other correspondence.
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- Sometimes of the best memories can be found in correspondence from the family.
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- The second half of Oma Perryman’s poem….about her son’s unit, the Second Infantry Division.
Tags: history, Memorial Day, military, World War II
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This is awesome!