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WORLD WAR II & Branch County

Branch County Deaths in WWII
(Source:  National Archives & Records Administration)
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TYPE OF CASUALTY:  This is indicated by the symbol at the far right of each column.  An individual who was killed in action, whether at the front of by enemy action in the rear areas, or if a prisoner of war, whether by air bombardment of his prison camp or by being shot while escaping is designated "KIA".  Person who were wounded and later died are marked "DOW" -- died of wounds.  Those who suffered fatal battle injuries as opposed to wounds, in combat or in combat areas, and died in a line-of-duty status, are designated "DOI" -- died of injuries.  Other line-of-duty death, such as from sickness, homicide, suicide or accidents outside combat areas (including training and maneuver deaths) are listed "DNB" -- died, non-battle.  Individuals who were determined to be dead under Public Law 490 are designated "FOD" -- finding of death.  Missing persons are marked with the single letter "M".
 

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