Alfred L. Wilson Medal of Honor Memorial
This memorial is to the Fairchance resident who earned the Medal of Honor during World War II. Serving as a medic with the 26th Infantry Division in France, on November 7,1944, Wilson was fatally wounded but refused evacuation to stay and treat fellow soldiers. He was Fayette County’s sole Medal of Honor recipient during World War II. Wilson is buried at this location.
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Date of Installation:
May 30, 2021
Organization Responsible for Installation:
Citizens of Fairchance & Georges Township
Memorial War Era(s):
WWII
Location:
Maple Grove Cemetery West Church Street Fairchance, PA 15436 (approximately 1/2 mile west of Route 857) 39 Degrees 49’ 15” North 79 Degrees 45’ 54” West Georges Township is located in Fayette County, Pennsylvania.
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Published on June 11, 2021