Honoring Service: Veteran George Brown Jr., Korean War
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George Brown Jr. was born on October 23th, 1934. He lived in Rye at 84 Purchase Street with his parents, George and Hazel, and his brother, John.
Date of Birth: October 23, 1934
Died On: July 13, 1970
Street Address: 84 Purchase Street
Service Number: 129261027
Branch of Service: U.S. Marine Corps
George attended Rye High School, where he was a member of the choir, the Cafeteria Committee, and Photography Club.
George graduated high school in 1952 and enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War. He passed away on July 13, 1970 at the age of 36 following the completion of his service. More on Brown.
