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OUR FAMILY MILITARY HEROES

These are the heroes of the Lawrence Generations. Family members have served and fought for the United States since the Civil War. Over the years, we have committed ourselves to heroism not only for our country but also for our family. Initially, military service was our means to fight for freedom, and later it became a way to support our family's survival. It also provided opportunities for education and hands-on experience, leveraging educational benefits. Regardless of the reason, our family members joined with the goal of making the Lawrence Generations strong and proud.

Hero Picture
Hero Name
Status
Branch
Time Serve
Campaigns
Special Designation
Medal
John Hanson Greenwell (Grinnell)
Veteran
Army
1864-1867
Civil War
38th US Colored Infantry
Unknown
Jesse Greenwell (Greenville)
Veteran
Army
1864-1865
Civil War
29th US Colored Infantry
Unknown
John S Greenwell
Veteran
National Guard
Unknown
N/A
N/A
Unknown
Jesse J. Greenwell
Veteran
Army
Unknown
Unknown
N/A
Unknown
Jesse E. Greenwell
Veteran
Army
1981-1987
Reforger 1982
N/A
Army Achievement, Good Conduct
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