BIRTH
7 Oct 1921
Pawtucket, Providence County, Rhode Island, USA
DEATH
1 Apr 1998 (aged 76)
Warwick, Kent County, Rhode Island, USA
BURIAL
Saint Ann Cemetery
Cranston, Providence County, Rhode Island, USA
Add to MapPLOT
Section 49, Grave 454, Grave 1
MEMORIAL ID
5966738 ·
View SourceTom graduated from East H.S. in Pawtucket. He enlisted in the US Navy during WW2 and served in the Atlantic, Pacific, and Asian campaigns. He was a member of the R.I. State Police for 20 years, attaining the rank of Captain. He died at age 77.
Thomas Morgan
Based on information from the U.S., World War II Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947
Thomas Morgan, a 20-year-old white male, registered for the draft on February 16, 1942, in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. He was born on October 7, 1921, in Pawtucket, indicating he was a resident. Thomas was employed by the Blackstone Valley Gas and Electric Co. at the time of registration, suggesting that he was engaged in essential work during the war.
Described as 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighing 175 pounds, Thomas had a ruddy complexion, red hair, and hazel eyes. These physical attributes set him apart from the average individual, making him easily recognizable. His striking red hair and hazel eyes would have made him stand out in a crowd.
Interestingly, Thomas listed himself as his own next of kin. This suggests that he may not have had any immediate family members or that he chose to take responsibility for himself. The absence of any other household members in the record further supports this notion.
While this draft card provides valuable information about Thomas Morgan's registration for the draft, it leaves many gaps in his story. Further research would be necessary to uncover his experiences during the war, his motivations for registering, and his life beyond the details provided.