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D7143-30
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- 1938-03-23 (Creation)
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(1919-1980)
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Sergeant Ross H. Scott, longest serving enlisted man in the 15th Infantry. Sgt. Ross reported for duty in China in 1914 and has been there ever since, except for a five year period during the first World War. According to Ross, the 15th Infantry has been through 20 wars during their 26 year stint in China, without ever firing a shot. The 20 wars were bloody and brutal civil wars within China. During these turbulent times, the 15th fought the floods and famines that ravaged that country. The locals developed a fond name for regiment, the "Can Dos." (T. Times 3/24/1938, pg. 4)
Troop movements--1930-1940; Military personnel--1930-1940; Military uniforms--United States --1930-1940; Scott, Ross H.;