Corporal William Fitzgerald Palmer, A Soldier's Story
Corporal William Fitzgerald Palmer, A Soldier's Story
Corporal William Fitzgerald Palmer was born on April 17, 1967, in Hillsdale, Michigan. He graduated from Hillsdale High School in 1985, where he was well known for his love of race cars, four-wheel driving, and a bold, adventurous spirit that perfectly suited his later calling.
Shortly after graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and trained as a Military Policeman. He was assigned to the 545th Military Police Company, a unit known for maintaining order and safety in both peacetime and combat zones.
Around August 1990, Corporal Palmer deployed with his unit to the Persian Gulf in response to the rapid troop buildup for Operation Desert Storm/Desert Shield. Like so many soldiers of his generation, he answered the nation’s call without hesitation.
On February 23, 1991, while serving in Kuwait during the Gulf War, Corporal Palmer was killed in action when his convoy came under enemy attack.
He is laid to rest at Oak Grove Cemetery in his hometown of Hillsdale, Michigan.
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