Name: Sam Patterson

Place of Birth: Wilmer, TX

Personal History: attended and graduated High School and Kansas City Junior College

Place of Recruitment: Dallas, TX

Branch of Service: U.S. Coast Guard

Military Occupation: Gunner's Mate Second Class

Service History, Stateside or Abroad: 1942 Ellis Island, NY; 1942-1943 CG-83390 Antisubmarine patrol; 1943-1946 LST760 Amphibious; Philippines - Iwo Jima, Okinawa occupancy of Japan

Commendations & Honors: Philippine Liberation Medal; 2 Stars; Good Conduct

Present Location: Has resided in Carrollton, TX since 1980