Description
Frank Mateja grew up in Dorchester, entered the military service in June, 1942. He graudated from the Commando School at Camp Roberts and attended the Paratrooper School.
His overseas duty began in October, 1943. He was awarded Purple Heart, American Campaign Medal and World War II Victory Medal.
Links
- http://www.honorstates.org/index.php?id=82763
- https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/56311778/frank-mateja
- https://www.fold3.com/page/529929879-frank-mateja
Photos
Sources
Scrapbook, Dorchester, newspaper clipping
Frank Mateja
Personal information
| Gender | Man |
| Date of Birth | 1921 |
| Date of Death | 01/06/1944 |
| Place of Birth | Dorchester, Nebraska |
| Place of Death | Italy |
| Immigration | Born to at least one Czech-born parent. |
| Could speak Czech | Not identified |
| Parents | Frank Mateja and Agnes Ann (Vlasak) Mateja |
Military information
| Area of War | Europe |
| Rank | Tec4 |
| Branch | Army |
| Detail of Service | 3rd Special Service Regiment |
| Killed in action | |
| Award |