Vernon Johnson

Private, Company I

#101912

    Killed at Champagne July 15, 1918.

    Buried in Grave No. 35, Map No. 3.

    Son of Mrs. Eloise Johnson, Gillespie, Illinois.

    Private Johnson served on the Mexican Border with the regiment. On the Lorraine Front he proved himself a good soldier in all respects, always being ready when called upon. At Champagne a shell struck beside his tent and although he was not struck, the concussion was so great that it killed him instantly.

Herbert G. Hitchcock

Private, Company I

#302520

       Killed July 15th at Champagne.

       Buried July 16th, Grave No. 26, Map No. 3.

       Son of Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Hitchcock, Hamilton, Michigan.

       Private Hitchcock became a member of the 168th Infantry while it was stationed at Neufmaison, France. He was killed while asleep in his shelter tent. Private Hitchcock was bright and always eager to learn.