Ross, Joseph Mosses

Headstone of Joseph M Ross

NPS Photo/B.Hayes

Quick Facts

Significance:

United States Army

Place of Birth:

Rutherford County, Tennessee

Date of Birth:

April 13, 1922

Place of Death:

Unknown

Date of Death:

January 23, 1945

Place of Burial:

Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Cemetery Name:

Stones River National Cemetery

Joseph Moses Ross was born on April 13, 1922, in Rutherford County, Tennessee, and later lived in Murfreesboro. Before military service, he worked on a farm, contributing to the local agricultural community.

Ross enlisted in the United States Army and served as a private during World War II. He was killed in action on January 23, 1945, while serving his country during the conflict. For his sacrifice, he is remembered as part of the generation of Tennesseans who gave their lives in the fight for freedom.

Joseph Moses Ross is laid to rest at Stones River National Cemetery in Plot P-6262, where his grave honors his courage and service.