How many prisoners did Sgt York capture?

How many prisoners did Sgt York capture?

132
On October 8, 1918, United States Corporal Alvin C. York reportedly kills over 20 German soldiers and captures an additional 132 at the head of a small detachment in the Argonne Forest near the Meuse River in France.

Is Sergeant York a real story?

Born on December 13, 1887, in Pall Mall, Tennessee, Alvin C. York was a blacksmith who was drafted into the army during WWI. While serving in the 82nd Infantry Division, he took command and captured a total of 132 German soldiers. His heroic story was told in the film Sergeant York (1941).

What kind of rifle did Sergeant York use?

As part of Company G of the 328th Infantry, 82nd Division, York had quickly established himself as the best shot in his unit. He found the U.S. Model 1903 Springfield rifle (. 30-06) to be quite to his liking.

When was Sergeant York made?

July 2, 1941 (USA)
Sergeant York/Release date

Who was the most decorated soldier in ww1?

Sgt. Alvin York
If someone were to ask “Who earned the most prestigious U.S. medals in WWI?” the answer most people might give is Sgt. Alvin York. The exploit that earned him the Medal of Honor (MOH) is legendary, and his name became synonymous with WWI.

How long did Alvin York serve in the military?

York and his men marched back to their unit’s command post with more than 130 prisoners….Alvin York.

Alvin C. York
Allegiance	United States
Service/branch	United States Army Tennessee State Guard
Years of service	1917–1919 (active) 1942–1945 (honorary) 1941–1947 (State Guard)
Rank	Sergeant (active) Major (Hon.) Colonel (Tenn.)

How old was Sergeant York when he was drafted?

On June 5, 1917, at the age of 29, Alvin York registered for the draft as all men between 21 and 30 years of age were required to do as a result of the Selective Service Act.

How long did Alvin York live?

York and his men marched back to their unit’s command post with more than 130 prisoners. York was later promoted to sergeant and was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross….Alvin York.

Alvin C. York
Born	December 13, 1887 Fentress County, Tennessee, U.S.
Died	September 2, 1964 (aged 76) Nashville, Tennessee, U.S.

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