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World War II Honoree

Civilian on the Home Front

Marianne R. Ward

Hometown

Luverne, Minnesota

Honored By

Family & Friends

Branch Seal
Activity During WWII

Volunteered as talent coordinator for a radio program 'Halls of Montezuma' which originated at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot. She brought big name entertainers to the air waves. The broadcasts were aired overseas. She also directed publicity for the American Red Cross during the war, earning a Gold Bar for 5,000 volunteer hours.