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World War II Honoree

Civilian on the Home Front

Frances 'Fran' Grace Spellman Benway

Hometown

Marbkehead, Massachusetts

Honored By

Colonial Dames of 17th Century, Timucua Chapter

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Activity During WWII

SHE WORKED IN A FACTORY THAT PRODUCED MATERIALS FOR THE WAR EFFORT. DURING THAT TIME SHE WAS AWARDED A PRESIDENTIAL CITATION SIGNED BY PRESIDENT FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT COMMENDING HER FOR A SUGGESTION SHE SUBMITTED WHICH RESULTED IN INCREASING THE PRODUCTION EFFICIENCY OF THE ITEMS SHE WAS WORKING ON.