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Alphonse DiFusco 1910 - 1992

Alphonse DiFusco of West Warwick, Kent County, RI was born on May 10, 1910 in Tora Italy, and died at age 82 years old on August 8, 1992. Alphonse DiFusco was buried at St Joseph's Cemetery Gough Ave, in West Warwick.

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West Warwick, Kent County, RI 02893
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  • Introduction

    Alphonse DiFusco was born on May 10, 1910 in Tora, Italy to parents Serafino DeFusco (1872-1948) and Beatrice Luminello (1884-1965). He had one sister, Mary - Millie Difusco (1911-1998) and one half-sister, Emilia Descuso (born 1912). He immigrated to the US as a young child, growing up in Rhode Island. He later served in the military, joining the National Guard, a reserve component of the United States Army, which was mobilized for active duty during World War II. After completing his service, he returned to West Warwick, Kent County, Rhode Island, where he worked as a barber. Alphonse DiFusco passed away on August 8, 1992 at the age of 83.
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    May 10, 1910
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  • Ethnicity & Family History

    Alphonse was Italian as both he and his parents were born in Italy. His father, Serafino DeFusco, immigrated to the United States, arriving in New York, NY on June 14, 1900. Beatrice Luminello, his mother immigrated and arrived in Boston, Massachusetts on June 20, 1910.

  • Nationality & Locations

    Alphone was Italian as he was born in Tora, Italy. He immigrated to the United States as a child and lived the rest of his life in West Warwick, Kent, Rhode Island, USA.

  • Early Life & Education

    At the time of his enlistment, Alphonse had not completed high school.

  • Military Service

    Alphonse Difusco was an American soldier who served in the Field Artillery during World War II. He enlisted on February 24, 1941, in Providence, Rhode Island, at the age of 23. His military serial number was 20152738. Difusco joined the National Guard, a reserve component of the United States Army, which was mobilized for active duty during World War II. He began his military service as a private, the lowest enlisted rank in the army. As a member of the Field Artillery, Difusco was responsible for providing fire support to infantry and armor units. This involved operating and maintaining various types of artillery, including cannons, howitzers, and mortars. The Field Artillery was a crucial component of the army, providing cover and suppressing enemy positions during battles. Difusco likely underwent basic training and advanced individual training to prepare for his duties as a member of the Field Artillery. He would have received instruction in a range of topics, including weapons handling, marksmanship, tactics, and military discipline. Difusco's service to his country during World War II is a testament to his bravery and dedication to his fellow citizens. His contributions as a member of the Field Artillery helped to ensure the success of the Allied forces in their fight against fascism and tyranny. Alphonse Difusco was discharged on November 7, 1942.

  • Professional Career

    Alphonse worked for Omer Menard in 1940. He also worked within the barber, beautician, and manicurist industry.

  • Personal Life & Family

    At the age of 30, Alphonse was 5'5" and weighed 165 pounds. He had a ruddy complexion with black hair and brown eyes. He was married.
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In 1910, in the year that Alphonse DiFusco was born, Angel Island, which is in San Francisco Bay, became the immigration center for Asians entering U.S. It was often referred to as "The Ellis Island of the West". Due to restrictive laws against Chinese immigration, many immigrants spent years on the island.
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In 1929, when he was 19 years old, American Samoa officially became a U.S. territory. Although a part of the United States since 1900, the Ratification Act of 1929 vested "all civil, judicial, and military powers in the President of the United States of America".
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