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Frank E. Carlson
United States Army

United States Army · World War II

Frank E. Carlson

United States Army · World War II

Class of
1940
Enlisted
1942
Branch
US Army

Staff Sergeant Frank Carlson worked as head of the Messenger Dept in First National Bank of NY after his graduation from BSHS and prior to his induction into the Army Air Corps. In the Air Corps, he belonged to the Basic Training Center (BTC) #9 Army Air Force Band at Miami Beach, FL. He was assigned to the 678th Army Air Force Band, serving as French Horn player and later as Band Librarian and Supply Sergeant. He served in Miami Beach, FL, Atlantic City, NJ, Macon, GA, and San Antonio, TX. In 1946, Frank was honorably discharged after serving for 3 years, 2 months. He received the American Theatre, Good Conduct Medal, and the Victory Medal for his service.

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