American Legion presents plaque for Park Ridge WWII POW First Sergeant Daniel Proctor
Summary
At a Park Ridge Borough Council meeting, American Legion Post 153 presented a commemorative plaque honoring First Sergeant Daniel Proctor, a World War II POW whose remains were recently identified and returned to the U.S.; Mayor Michelis accepted remarks on behalf of the family.
Commander Ryan O'Hara of American Legion Post 153 presented a plaque recognizing First Sergeant Daniel Proctor, a World War II soldier captured in the Philippines and later held at Cabanatuan prisoner-of-war camp. O'Hara described the 31st Infantry Regiment's resistance and the Bataan Death March and said the Legion wanted to ensure Proctor's sacrifice "is always remembered."
Mayor Michelis, receiving the plaque on behalf of Proctor's family, said he was "really grateful that we could keep his memory alive" and noted the emotional impact on surviving relatives. A Post representative read a statement describing Proctor's capture, decades-long uncertainty about his final resting place and the recent identification and repatriation of his remains. The council and audience offered applause and thanks to the American Legion for arranging the recognition.
The presentation was purely ceremonial; no council action was required. Council members and residents praised local veterans and noted plans to share the plaque with Proctor's family.
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