Clarence A. Crowell was born in Hyannis, Massachusetts on August 27, 1899. He served in the Army in World War I with Company I, 38th Infantry Regiment, 3d Division in the American Expeditionary Forces. He trained at Camp Upton, New Jersey. He received the Distinguished Service Cross, which is the second highest military award for extreme gallantry and extraordinary heroism, in August of 1920. Clarence was a member of American Legion Barnstable Post 206 and marched in the American Legion parade in Boston where they honored his service in World War I. A memorial stone was dedicated to Clarence A. Crowell on December 11, 1949. It is located at the intersection of Winter Street and Barnstable Road. He passed away on January 22, 1960 and was buried at Oak Neck Cemetery in Hyannis.
Organization Responsible for Installation:
The Town of Barnstable
Memorial War Era(s):
- WWI
Memorial Condition:
Good
Website:
http://www.theclio.com/entry/96177
Location:
Winter Street and Barnstable Rd Hyannis, MA 02601