Honor and Remember

Joseph Guy LaPointe, Jr.

07-02-1948 - 06-02-1969

Branch of Service: U.S. Army

Rank: SPC 4

Spouse of: Cynthia L DAFLER

Comments: Medical Aidman and Conscientious Objector assigned to B-Troop 2nd Squadron of the 17th Cavalry, 101st Airborne Division. He was a recipient of the Medal of Honor, the Silver Star, Bronze Star and others. He is one of only three CO's to have received the Medal of Honor. Our goal is to preserve his memory.