Pvt. Edgar Bolen, son of Mrs. Culverhouse, was born at Pursley, Texas, December 15, 1896.  He received his education in the public schools.  On September 19, 1917, he entered the service and was ordered to Camp Travis, where he was assigned to Company B, 315th Field Signal Battalion, 90th Division, where he was in training several months.  On June 26th, 1918, sailed for France for overseas duty.  Following the armistice received his discharge, July 31, 1919, returned to civil life and is now living in Purdon, Texas.

History of Texas World War Heroes - World War 1