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Pvt Nemo J. Patterson enlisted at Camp Joseph T. Robinson, Little Rock, Arkansas on 10 June 1944.
He worked on a farm before he enlisted.

Below is the content of the letter his commanding officer, Capt. Richard G. Wise wrote to his wife on 1 September 1945:
"My Dear Mrs. Patterson. Mingled emotions in my heart make it difficult to express the deep sorrow I feel for the loss of your husband, my friend, and my great pride for having been privileged to know him. One of the finest men in this organization, he was loved and respected by all of his associates, and it may give you some comfort to know that he has a particularly outstanding record. Your husband, Pvt. Nemo J. Patterson 38 669 790 was killed in action 31 January 1945 near, Heuem, Belgium. On this day, Nemo was leading a patrol on a Mission with a few other volunteers to penetrate the Siegfried Line and capture prisoners. The patrol departed, and penetrated enemy lines, but encountered a minefield and enemy machine gun fire. Nemo was hit by machine gun fire and killed instantly. He was buried in U. S. Military Cemetery No. 1, Foy Belgium with services conducted by a Protestant Chaplain. He performed his duty splendidly and was loved and admired by all who knew him. He gave his life in battle in the service of his country. Words cannot lighten our sorrow but we are all inspired by his record. With deepest sympathy, I remain Sincerely, Richard G. Wise, Capt. Inf. Commanding."