Alfred L. Wilson-Fairchance, PA - Medal Of Honor Resting Places on Waymarking.com

He was born on September 18, 1918 in Fairchance, PA and died on November 8, 1944 in France. His Medal of Honor information and citation is: *WILSON, ALFRED L.
• Rank and organization: Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army, Medical Detachment, 328th Infantry, 26th Infantry Division
• Place and date: Near Bezange la Petite, France, 8 November 1944
• Entered service at: Fairchance, Pa.
• G.O. No.: 47, 18 June 1945
Citation: He volunteered to assist as an aid man a company other than his own, which was suffering casualties from constant artillery fire. He administered to the wounded and returned to his own company when a shellburst injured a number of its men. While treating his comrades he was seriously wounded, but refused to be evacuated by litter bearers sent to relieve him. In spite of great pain and loss of blood, he continued to administer first aid until he was too weak to stand. Crawling from 1 patient to another, he continued his work until excessive loss of blood prevented him from moving. He then verbally directed unskilled enlisted men in continuing the first aid for the wounded. Still refusing assistance himself, he remained to instruct others in dressing the wounds of his comrades until he was unable to speak above a whisper and finally lapsed into unconsciousness. The effects of his injury later caused his death. By steadfastly remaining at the scene without regard for his own safety, Cpl. Wilson through distinguished devotion to duty and personal sacrifice helped to save the lives of at least 10 wounded men.

Armed Service: Army

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