JERRY P LAIRD - MAJ
- HOMETOWN:
- allentown
- COUNTY:
- Monmouth
- DATE OF BIRTH:
- January 04, 1936
- DATE OF CASUALTY:
- January 22, 1969
- BRANCH OF SERVICE:
- Army
- RANK:
- MAJ
- STATUS:
- KIA
- COUNTRY:
- South Vietnam
Biography
Jerry P. Laird was born on January 4, 1936. His home of record is Allentown, NJ. While attending Allentown High School he was voted Best Dressed. His high school sports activities included: basketball, baseball, volleyball, and soccer. He was a member of the Student Council, Service Corps, and various clubs including the Sports Discussion, Debating, Biology, and Literary. Jerry was the Vice President of his class.
He served in the US Army and attained the rank of Major (MAJ).
Laird was killed in action on January 22, 1969.
Source: NJVVMF and Allentown High School Guidance Office.
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