Looking for World War II Veteran Information?

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Looking for World War II Veteran Information?

My Great Uncle died in World War II. My family is quite closed lip about it, due to some bitterness about the war and the loss of my Uncle. I am a huge history fan and would love to find out more information about my Uncle, what he did in the war, where he died, and if he is buried anywhere. Does anyone know of any websites or informational pages where I can find out more information about my Uncle.

From what I have found out he worked with the
533rd Engineer Boat and Shore Regiment
**I am really curious to find out what he did in the war

His name is Lester Lavern Zornes or Lavern Lester Zornes.
I am really not sure which as my family will not talk about him.

Any information websites or anything would be a lot of help!!

THANK YOU!!!!

Additional Details

4 days ago
******Oh My Goodness!! I know he was 'recruited' from WA State - that sounds like it could be him!! Where did you find that information?? Thank You so much for your help!!!

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: 4 days ago
******Oh My Goodness!! I know he was 'recruited' from WA State - that sounds like it could be him!! Where did you find that information?? Thank You so much for your help!!! Could this possibly be him,
World War II and Korean Conflict Veterans Interred Overseas
about Lester L Zornes
Name: Lester L Zornes
Inducted From: Washington
Rank: Corporal
Combat Organization: 306th Squadron 442nd Troop Carrier
Death Date: 22 Mar 1944
Monument: North Africa
Last Known Status: Buried

Would you let me know what you think, if it isn't him then I will carry on searching to see what else I can find.

U.S. World War II Army Enlistment Records, 1938-1946
about Lester L Zornes
Name: Lester L Zornes
Birth Year: 1924
Race: White, citizen (White)
Nativity State or Country: Washington
State: Washington
County or City: Spokane

Enlistment Date: 17 Mar 1943
Enlistment State: Washington
Enlistment City: Spokane
Branch: No branch assignment
Branch Code: No branch assignment
Grade: Private
Grade Code: Private
Term of Enlistment: Enlistment for the duration of the War or other emergency, plus six months, subject to the discretion of the President or otherwise according to law
Component: Selectees (Enlisted Men)
Source: Civil Life

Education: 4 years of high school
Civil Occupation: Automobile Serviceman
Marital Status: Single, without dependents
Height: 38
Weight: 108 TRY ANCESTRY.COM OR CONTACT THE MORMON CHURCH IN SALT LAKE CITY. The War Graves Commission may be able to give you information about your uncle's burial place - they found my two uncles for me, even giving the rows and plot numbers of the cemeteries where they were buried.
It's an unusual name - I can find only 1 other person with that surname in the UK, living in the Home Counties. http://ebsr.net/
is this same unit? ancestry.com has great census and death records, if you don't feel like paying to sign up try their 14-day free trial and make use of their great tools at hand.

You could also try genealogy.com they are pretty similar Not sure if this is your Lester Zornes but found the cemetery of a Lester L. Lornes buried in the North African American (ABMC) Cemetery and Memorial Cemetery in Tunis, Tunisia

It says on the memorial entered the service in Washington.
This cemetery is mostly for the Americans killed in North Africa during World War Two

found it on www.find a grave. com Are you sure about the 533rd EBSR? If so then your uncle couldn't be buried in North Africa because the 533rd served it's time in the Pacific Campaign in WW II

http://ebsr.net/

This website lists a Zornes Clyde L. 3rd ESB 533rd EBSR Co. C

Individuals with or seeking information on the 533rd and 533rd Organization are encouraged to contact:

Robert E. Tighe
cbtighe@aol.com
1990 River Road Apt 205
Marysville, MI 48040-1812
1-810-364-8849

I hope this will give you a starting place....