World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
Oliver C. Francisco, Sr.
Branch of Service
U.S. Marine Corps
Hometown
Norfolk, Virginia
Honored By
Donna F. Harrison
Relationship
Daughter
MACHINE GUN CREWMAN AND RIFLE EXPERT. HE WAS RESPONSIBLE FOR CARRYING AMMUNITION TO THE MEN ON THE 'FRONT LINE.' DURING ONE OF THESE TRIPS, HE WAS WOUNDED CAUSING HIM TO BE HONORABLY DISCHARGED FROM THE MARINES, EARNING THE PURPLE HEART AWARD AS WELL AS A GOOD CONDUCT MEDAL.