Biography of Claude Woodard
CCC Man, Company 1474, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Soldier, US Army, WWII, Cold War
My father Claude Woodard was in the CCCs in Co. 1474 camp in Murfreesboro Tennessee from October 1940 to October 1941. He registered for the draft while there, in October 1940.. I have a baseball picture of the team. My father is the catcher. Claude Therman Woodard, 1941.
My father enlisted in the Army at Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia on 2 December 1941. He was discharged on 10 October 1945 after the war. He reenlisted 10 December 1947, and was discharged 16 September 1949. Below is a picture of my father while he was in the Army.
He received the Purple Heart for injuries he sustained to his leg during WWII. He received numerous other medals as well. Very proud of his service to this great country.
Any information about his company, camp or service would be appreciated.
My father is the catcher. Claude Therman Woodard 1941. Camp 1474 Murfreesboro Tennessee.
Claude Therman Woodard, Draft Registration Card, showing CCC as employer, front
Claude Therman Woodard, Draft Registration Card, showing CCC as employer, back.
This is a picture of my father while he was in the Army.
----- Laurie Large
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