Noel D. Mock was born in 1920 in Oklahoma. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II as a First Lieutenant in the 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division. He was Killed in Action on August 2, 1944 in Northern France during Operation Overlord and is now buried in Normandy American Cemetery, Colleville-sur-Mer, France. He was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces in August 1943. First Lieutenant Mock's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 1st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
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