Pvt. Virden R. Mattingly was born in Hillsboro, November 23, 1899, and was educated in the Corsicana public schools.  He enlisted at Chattanooga, Tennessee, in February, 1917, and was assigned to the Supply Company, 26th Infantry, 1st Division.  Went overseas in January, 1918, and participated in all the activities of the 1st Division, the major engagements being the Aisne-Marne, the St Mihiel and the Meuse-Argonne.  Was gassed in the Meuse-Argonne on October 4, 1918.  Was still in the Army of Occupation when this data was received.  His home is in Corsicana.

History of Texas World War Heroes - World War 1