World War II Honoree

Franklin L. Nelson

Branch of Service

U.S. Army

Hometown

Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Honored By

Marilee Nelson

Relationship

Son & Daughter In Law

Served from February 10, 1941 to July 10, 1945, Africa and Italy. Participated in the battles at Tunisia, Naples-Foggia, Rome-Arno, Po Valley. Went in on invasion of Italy. Received the Good Conduct ribbon, American Defense Service ribbon, European-African-Middle Eastern Theatre ribbon with 1 silver battle star, 6 overseas service bars.