Ellard F. Matson

Ellard F. Matson of Eveleth, Minnesota entered the Naval Reserve on Aug. 26, 1943.

He was an Electrician's Mate 3rd Class in the Pacific Theater.

Mr. Matson received the: Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, American Campaign Medal, and World War II Victory Medal.

He was discharged on Nov. 24, 1945 at Treasure Island, Calif.

Source: Hometown Heroes: The St. Louis County World War II Project. 195.

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