Anthony Costanza

Achille Costanza was born on May 12, 1899 at Triggiano Italy, and died at age 50 years old on September 28, 1949 at Cook, Chicago, Cook, Illinois, USA. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Achille "Kelly" Costanza.

Anthony Costanza enlisted in the US Army on September 1, 1931. Starting as a Private in the Corps of Engineers, he became a Sergeant from Nov 6, 1933, to Jul 25, 1934. He earned Military Pistol Expert title on Sep 18, 1934, then transitioned to Infantry as Private First Class till Jan 26, 1937, receiving Honorable Discharge. From Jul 27, 1937, to Jul 26, 1940, he served in Coast Artillery Corps as Private First Class, achieving honorable discharge. During WWII (Jul 27, 1940 - Oct 13, 1945), he became Master Sergeant in Army Air Corps Band 62nd C.A. (AA). He advanced through ranks, received medals, and played vital roles in military bands. On Jan 31, 1957, he retired as Master Sergeant from 314th Army Band, leaving a legacy of dedication.