Branch of Service
U.S. Merchant Marine
Hometown
Plains, Montana
Honored By
Neal R. Cumming
Served in the Merchant Marines, May 1944 through D-Day in August 1945 until 1947. Served on four ships, including the James D. Phelan Liberty ship and the Davidson Victory ship. Participated in two long trips carrying explosives and ammunition. Attached to the 3rd and 7th Navy Fleets.