Vince Rolve’s Story
We have a very special guest with us today.
His name is “Vince Rolves” and he recently
celebrated his 100th Birthday on February 23rd.
He served in the army and is the last Living prisoner of war
from ww2 in all of Southern Illinois.
He was shot and captured after 3 weeks of combat in Germany.
He was forced to work hard labor in a prison camp
and endured starvation and deplorable conditions.
When he was drafted weighing 195 lbs. and
18 months later weighed 102 lbs.
He endured a constant death treat.
He had 45 day walk to the American Red Cross
after Liberation and was severely malnourished .
Rolves was awarded the Silver Star of Valor,
Bronze Star of Valor, Two Purple Hearts,
the Combat Infantry Medal, and a Prisoner of War Medal
for his exemplary service.
He is truly a Patriot and American Hero;
“Vince Rolves”
Thank You!
