On this date in 1950, Fargo native Capt. Jared “Jerry” Morrow—a decorated West Point graduate and war hero—was confirmed killed in action in Korea after heroically leading his infantry company across the Naktong River.

Here is the complete story as it appeared in the paper that day:

Capt. Jared William (Jerry) Morrow, 27, son of Mr. and Mrs. O. J. Morrow, 1425 Fifth Avenue South, was killed in action Sept. 1, while fighting with Company E, Ninth Infantry Division, in Korea, the war department has notified his parents.

The official wire said:

“The secretary of the army has asked me to express his deep regret that your son Captain Morrow (Jared W.) was killed in action in Korea, Sept. 1, 1950. He was previously reported missing in action same date. Confirming letter follows.” Edward F. W

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