In World War I he used his multi-linguistic talents as a translator in the Intelligence Unit of the U.S. Army, American Expeditionary Forces.
Bradley, Francis Wright, Appt 1 Lt. AGD Aug. 15, 1917 fr CL capt.
AGD to Nov. 6, 1918; Corps of Interpreters to May 30, 1918; Inf to discharge France; Cp.
Awarded French Legion of Honor (Chevalier) decoration and certificate.
[1] He is still respected at the University of South Carolina, as evidenced by a scholarly award which bears his name.