James Neville Cocke Richards

1892–1918 (age 26)

Biography

James Neville Cocke Richards joined the forces that crossed oceans to defend freedom, embodying the courage of a generation that refused to yield to tyranny. Though young in years, he stood firm beside his comrades and offered his strength where it was most needed.

His sacrifice is commemorated at Oise-Aisne American Cemetery and Memorial, where visitors pause to honor his bravery and the ideals he upheld.

Also buried at Oise-Aisne American Cemetery and Memorial

Elmer Van Fleet
1896–1918 (age 22)
Oise-Aisne American Cemetery and Memorial
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Victor C. Vaughan Jr.
1879–1919 (age 40)
Oise-Aisne American Cemetery and Memorial
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Arthur Edward Bouton
1886–1918 (age 32)
Oise-Aisne American Cemetery and Memorial
Arthur Edward Bouton was an American soldier who died in 1918 during the First World War.
William Munroe Brigham Jr.
1894–1918 (age 24)
Oise-Aisne American Cemetery and Memorial
William Munroe Brigham Jr., a soldier of conviction, is honored at Oise-Aisne American Cemetery and Memorial.
Mary Moore
1890–1919 (age 29)
Oise-Aisne American Cemetery and Memorial
Mary Moore, an actor who lifted spirits in trying times, is remembered at Oise-Aisne American Cemetery and Memorial.
Robert Obadiah Purdy Jr.
1891–1918 (age 27)
Oise-Aisne American Cemetery and Memorial
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