Orin D. Haugen | |
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Nickname | Hard Rock Haugen |
Born | August 18, 1907 Wyndmere, North Dakota |
Died | February 11, 1945 Manila, Philippines |
Place of burial | Golden Gate National Cemetery |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/branch | United States Army |
Years of service | 1930-1945 |
Rank | Colonel |
Unit | Commanding Officer the 511th Parachute Infantry Regiment |
Battles/wars | World War II Battle of Luzon Battle of Manila (1945) |
Awards |
Orin D. Haugen (Aug. 18, 1907 - February 11, 1945) was a Colonel in the United States Army and Commanding Officer the 511th Parachute Infantry Regiment. Orin D. Haugen was killed during World War II during the Battle of Manila.[1]