Hometown

Wilsonville, Nebraska

Biography

Lt. Charles Anderson was from Wilsonville Nebraska. He received a degree from Kearney State College in May of 1943. His diploma was received by his wife, who was also graduating, because Anderson had been called to service 26 days prior. Upon entering the Marine Corps Anderson trained until receiving his commission on November 3, 1943. He then entered the Marine Air Corps. Anderson died from injuries he sustained during the invasion of Iwo Jima.

Branch of Service

Marine Corps

Rank

First Lieutenant

Military Occupational Specialty

Marine Air Corps

Death Date

3-8-1945

Original Source Location

UNK Archives Briggs Collection, Box 23, Envelope 3

Additional Information

Additional information available in the 1946 Blue and Gold yearbook, viewable at http://library.unk.edu/archives/ . If you'd like to schedule a visit to view these materials in person, please contact us.

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Photograph of Charles R. Anderson (high quality)

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Photograph of Charles R. Anderson (low quality)

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Article about Anderson's death (image format)

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