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Alton Glenn Miller

Birthdate:
Birthplace: Clarinda, Page County, Iowa, United States
Death: December 15, 1944 (40)
over the Channel (plane missing over the English Channel)
Place of Burial: Section H-464 A Wilson Drive, Arlington Cemetery
Immediate Family:

Son of Lewis Elmer Miller and Mattie Lou Miller
Husband of Helen Dorothy Miller
Father of Private and Steven Davis Miller

Managed by: Private User
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About Glenn Miller

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glenn_Miller

http://ww2gravestone.com/people/miller-alton-glenn/

Alton Glenn Miller (March 1, 1904 – missing in action December 15, 1944) was an American big band musician, arranger, composer, and bandleader in the swing era. He was the best-selling recording artist from 1939 to 1943, leading one of the best known big bands. Miller's notable recordings include "In the Mood", "Moonlight Serenade", "Pennsylvania 6-5000", "Chattanooga Choo Choo", "A String of Pearls", "At Last", "(I've Got a Gal In) Kalamazoo", "American Patrol", "Tuxedo Junction", "Elmer's Tune", and "Little Brown Jug". While he was traveling to entertain U.S. troops in France during World War II, Glenn Miller's aircraft disappeared in bad weather over the English Channel.

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Discography

Glenn Miller composed individually or in collaboration with others at least fourteen songs that are available on recordings. He added lyrics to an additional tune. These and many other songs were recorded by Miller with his pre-war civilian bands and his Army Air Force band.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glenn_Miller_discography

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSu-Oqotg-Q
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zvUEnFJKA6c
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https://www.honorstates.org/profiles/499254/
Alton G Miller
World War II Gold Star Veteran from New Jersey

Alton G Miller
World War II
World War IINew Jersey
Major Miller was declared a casualty of World War II. ★ He served with honor in the United States Army. ★ He is remembered by the people of New Jersey. ★ May his positive example inspire us. Working together towards peace, mutual respect, and equality for all.
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Service Details
This Profile ID 499254
Service ID O-505273
Name Alton G Miller
From Bergen County, New Jersey
War World War II
Service Branch Army
Rank Major
Casualty Type FOD - Finding of Death
Notable Awards
★ Purple Heart
Additional Details

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Alton G Miller was serving his country during World War II when he gave his all in the line of duty. He had enlisted in the United States Army. Miller had the rank of Major. Service number assignment was O-505273.

According to our records New Jersey was his home or enlistment state and Bergen county has been included within the archival record.

During his service in World War II, Army Major Miller experienced a critical situation which ultimately resulted in loss of life. Recorded circumstances attributed to: FOD - Finding of Death. - We do not have further information regarding the date of the casualty, however we will continue our research.
Commendations + Awards
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★ World War II Victory Medal
★ Purple Heart
★ American Campaign Medal
★ Army Presidential Unit Citation
★ Army Good Conduct Medal

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Glenn Miller's Timeline

1904
March 1, 1904
Clarinda, Page County, Iowa, United States
1943
February 10, 1943
Illinois, United States
1944
December 15, 1944
Age 40
over the Channel
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Section H-464 A Wilson Drive, Arlington Cemetery