World War II Honoree
Civilian on the Home Front
Charles J. Olson
Hometown
Newburgh, New York
Honored By
Geri Marieno
Relationship
Granddaughter
Moved wife and 2 small daughters from New York to Tampa, Florida to work as an Electrical Engineer on aircraft carriers. Was not drafted as he was the only child of his parents. He felt the need to contribute to the war effort.