Larson Honors Southington World War II Veteran

Southington, CT – Saturday, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) presented Warren Abell of Southington with the medals he earned for his honorable service during World War II.

“Sergeant Abell served our country bravely during World War II. Humble men like him, came back after heroically fighting tyranny, without saying much, and living their day to day lives,” said Larson. “Today, I am honored to be able to present Sergeant Abell with his medals for his honorable service.”

Mr. Abell served as a Sergeant in the U.S. Army. He served from October 26^th, 1944 to November 24^th, 1945 and reenlisted on November 25^th, 1945, where he served until May 9^th, 1947, when he was honorably discharged.

For his service in the U.S. Army, Mr. Abell was presented with the following medals:

• European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal
• World War II Victory Medal
• Army of Occupation Medal with Germany Clasp
• Honorable Service Lapel Button WWII