Beaufort’s William Brown, 70, a 1970 graduate of Beaufort High School, joined the United States Army in New York City in 1972. After Basic Training at Fort Dix, N.J., he trained at Fort Jackson as a Quartermaster, becoming a supply specialist. His first duty station was at Fort Hood, Texas, followed by three years at Karlsruhe, Germany. Returning to the states, he was posted to Kelly AFB in San Antonio, Texas, for four years, then to Baumholder, Germany supporting units stationed there. He returned to serve at Fort Benning, Ga., before a return assignment in Germany, his time at Wurzburg. Back to the states, he was stationed for a tour at the National Defense University, Washington, D.C., before his final assignment at Fort Bliss, Texas, from which he retired in 1995 as a Master Sergeant with more than 22 years of continuous service. Today he serves with American Legion Beaufort Post 207.
Compiled by John Chubb, American Legion Post 207. For Veteran Of The Week nominations, contact jechubb1@gmail.com.
