As an Ordnance soldier of the United States Army, I will utilize every available talent and means to ensure that superior mobility, firepower, and communications are advantages enjoyed by the United States Army over its enemies. As an Ordnance soldier, I fully understand my duty to perform under adverse conditions and I will continually strive to perfect my craft. I will remain flexible so that I can meet any emergency. In my conduct, I will abide by the soldier's code. In my support mission in the field, I will always be tactically and technically proficient. As an Ordnance soldier, I have no greater task.

He then returned to the Field Artillery Maintenance Company Completed his training in preparation for Deployment Overseas *Promoted to Corporal T-5 January 1, 1945

Duties preformed were, inspection and repair of the 105mm Howitzer(as shown above). Replace Breach Lock Units, elevating devices, recoil systems, the 75mm gun, 76mm gun, 37mm gun, and the 57mm gun. Serving in France, Germany, Czechoslovakia for the 137th Ordnance Battalion



Now assigned to the 16th Armor Division 137th Ordnance Maintenance Battalion

Click here...Visit the 16th Armored Division Website

European, African Middle Easeten Service Medal

American Theatre Medal

Army of Occupation - Germany

Good Conduct Medal



The Bronze Star

Awarded for Eastern Campaign Liberation - Czechoslovakia May 11, 1945 - June 21, 1945
The Bronze Star Medal may be awarded to individuals who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces of the United States in a combat theater, distinguish themselves by heroism, outstanding achievement, or by meritorious service not involving aerial flight.

Story coming soon......

WWII Victory Medal!!











T-5 CPL Chester Paul Aden was transfered to the 94th Infantry Division September 4, 1945 - November 18, 1945

Headed for La Havre France For out processing to go home... Click on photo to view city



Coming home......... Click on photo

U.S.S. George Washington Ship CPL Chester Paul Aden came home on



He was transfered to Camp Kilmer, New Jersey. Upon arrival he was discharged. This completes his service to his country and now he is coming home to be with his wife Lucille and three children Tom (Bruce's Dad) Sharon and Diane

Visit Tom Aden's family page

 

State of Missouri WWII Veteran Award

Honorable Discharge!!

Sept 5, 1919 - Sept 17, 1993

Grandpa was loved and respected by everyone who knew him We all still miss him...


Married 53 years, Chester Paul passed away in 1993

Chester (Chet) and Lucille (Holland) Aden
50th Wedding Anniversary! Feb 9 1940 - Feb 9 1990

Our Husband, Father, Grandfather, Uncle and Brother... Rest in peace.....till we meet again...

Memorial Day 2005 Bruce visiting his grandfathers gravesite Honoring him for his service and thanking him for being his grandpa