Joseph Wesley Gallop Jr.

Joseph Wesley Gallop Jr. was born 5 Nov. 1924 to Joseph W. Sr. and Vesta Lillian (Cook) Gallop. His hometown was Addison, Dallas County, Texas. He was drafted while still a senior at Richardson High but was allowed to complete his studies and graduate before reporting for training. He served in the 305th Infantry, 84th Division. U. S. Army. He was killed in action in the service of his country on 24 Dec. 1944 and was laid to rest at Henri Chapelle American Cemetery, Henri Chapelle, Belgium. He was awarded the Purple Heart and Bronze Star.