About William G. Dabney
Lived 1924 – 2018 (aged 94). William G. Dabney was a soldier and businessperson.
William Garfield Dabney (June 24, 1924 – December 12, 2018) was an African-American resident of Roanoke, Virginia, who served in World War II. He was awarded the French Legion of Honor for his actions during the invasion of Normandy. He is buried at Williams Memorial Park in the South Washington Heights neighborhood of Roanoke.
Honors On 5 June 2009 (the 65th anniversary of D-Day), as the 320th's last known survivor, Dabney was awarded a Knight of the French Legion of Honor in Normandy (France). In recognition of his services during World War II, William Dabney was also given the key to the City of Roanoke, Virginia.
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Who was William G. Dabney?
U.S. Army veteran granted the Legion of Honour
When was William G. Dabney born?
William G. Dabney was born on 24 November 1924 in Roanoke.
When did William G. Dabney die?
William G. Dabney died on 12 December 2018 in Roanoke.
What was William G. Dabney's occupation?
William G. Dabney was a soldier and businessperson.
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