ABOUT US

This website is owned by Francesca Cumero and dedication to her Great Uncle, Angelo S.Viale who served in World War II as a staff Sergeant.  Uncle Angelo received the Distinguished Service Cross Award, Legion of Merit, Silver Star, Bronze Star, and Purple Heart for his heroism at the Battle of Kapintalan, Luzon, Philippine Island on April 2, 1945.

Francesca lives in Garberville, California with her son Jared.  She loves genealogy and seeks the truth in history.

Mr. Joseph E. Guntermanthe, WWII Navy veteran, who served on the U.S.S. Zane in the South Pacific.  He made the first effort to return my Uncle's dog tags and those of 17 other men.  His generosity and effort on behalf of my family and others will always be my inspiration for this project. 

John Innes, archeologist and historian on Guadalcanal. He is the one of the most important people of this process.  None of this would be possible without his help. 

Genealogist Andrea Avery for her help, humor, and advice. Her website is www.familytreehunt.com 

Rhonda McReynolds and Sharon Moreland from the Tonganoxie Public Library in Kansas for putting me in touch with the Bell family so I could return their loved one's dog tag. The nicest librarians I have ever met!  They are the ladies who went above and beyond to find the Bell family for me and are a credit to their profession.  

My Aunt, Peggy Babcoke, for allowing me the use of her ancestry.com subscription so I can find the veterans and their families.  She is the best aunt in the world.  

Joe Dominello Jr.  His father is one of the men whose dog tags were found along with my Uncle Angelo's.  He has become a good friend who cheers me up when I get discouraged.  His friendship and encouragement are priceless.

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