Arlo L. Olson
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Arlo L. Olson (April 20, 1918 – October 28, 1943) was a United States Army officer and a recipient of the United States military's highest decoration—the Medal of Honor—for his actions in World War II.
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Arlo L. Olson | |
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Born | (1918-04-20)April 20, 1918 Greenville, Iowa, US |
Died | October 28, 1943(1943-10-28) (aged 25) Monte San Nicola, Lazio, Italy † |
Place of burial | Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Minnesota |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1941 - 1943 |
Rank | Captain |
Unit | 15th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Medal of Honor Purple Heart |
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