Fayette County Neighborhood Honors Alfred Wilson, A World Conflict II Medal Of Honor Recipient – CBS Pittsburgh

By: KDKA-TV News Staff

FAYETTE COUNTY (KDKA) – During World War II, Alfred Wilson was injured in France but refused evacuation.

READ MORE: ‘They Could Have Their Whole Bank Account Taken Away:’ Cybersecurity Expert Warns Of New Phone Scam

He continued to treat his fellow soldiers until he lost consciousness.

For that act of bravery, Wilson was awarded the Medal of Honor, the highest decoration given in the United States military.

READ MORE: Names Of Ohio Residents Killed In Small Plane Crash Released

This Memorial Day Weekend, the Fayette County community honored his sacrifice and service with a special ceremony attended by his relatives.

“No hero should ever be forgotten, or allowed to fall through the cracks,” said one of his relatives. “Thank goodness for Alfred, two plaques here today at this cemetery, he will not be forgotten.”

MORE NEWS: Neighbors React After Three People Shot On Pittsburgh’s South Side

Organizers of the ceremony said they wanted to honor Wilson because some did not realize he was a Medal of Honor recipient.