JAMES FRANCIS BOPP
JAMES FRANCIS BOPP 1907 - 1982
James Francis BOPP joined the U.S. Army in 1928 and served with the infantry. He saw action during World War II in the
South Pacific Theatre at Papua, New Guinea. He earned the rank of 1st Lieutenant. James was given the American Defense Service Medal and the Asiatic Campaign
Medal with two bronze stars. Following his active duty, James remained in the U.S. Army Reserve. After 28 years of service
for his country, James retired in 1948 with a rank of major. James was interred beside his wife Margaret W. BOPP
at Saint Mary's Cemetery near Maloy, Ringgold County, Iowa
SOURCE: Maloy Centennial Book, p. 80
Submission by Sharon R. Becker, March of 2010; updated April of 2010
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