R. G. McGirt

Band Sergt., 30th Div., 113th F. A. Born in Cabarrus County. Enlisted in the service July 20, 1917, at Kannapolis, N.C. Was sent to Camp Sevier, S. C., Sept. 15, 1917, where he remained until May 18, 1918, at which time he was sent to New York. Sailed for France June 13, 1918. Went to Artillery School from June 15th to August 23rd. Ordered to Toul Sector, St. Mihiel, Argonne Forest, Woevre Sector. With Army of Occupation one month. Returned to USA March 19, 1919. Mustered out at Camp Jackson, S. C., March 28, 1919.