Alumni

Jack Poulton served in the South Pacific with the Seabees, whose experience was captured decades later in a published book.

Jack Poulton, remembered by his granddaughter, Sarah Poulton

Underaged orphan William O’Brien ferried soldiers ashore during D-Day and later served in the Pacific.

William George O’Brien, Jr., remembered by his daughter, Leilani O’Brien Taylor

Vivian Kincaid’s parents not only defied the Germans but saved many people from their clutches.

Dorothea and Hendrikus Van der Sande, remembered by their daughter, Vivian Kincaid

Edward Baker was stationed at Fort Kamehameha on Hawaii the day Pearl Harbor was bombed, an experience that colored his approach to life.

Edward Baker, remembered by his granddaughter, Lisa Lanier

Wounded in battle, Chester Lapa prayed to live; 70 years later, he returned to Europe and was given a rosary.

Chester Lapa, remembered by his great nephew, Andrew Worthy

Captured after the Battle of the Bulge, Matthew Reid endured hardships as a POW helping others to escape.

Matthew Reid, remembered by his son, Marc Reid

As a member of the Signal Corps, Thomas Ganatsiou received many “top secret” messages. One was a notice that Germany had surrendered.

Thomas Ganatsiou, remembered by his daughter, Betsy Higgins

Killed in battle, Walter Knapp was respected by his men and inspired a legacy of military service in his family.

Walter A. Knapp, remembered by his daughter, Mary Jean Houlahan

Henry Chambless contributed to the war effort at home by managing refineries that produced shortening, essential in the production of munitions.

Henry Chambless, remembered by his grandson, Bill McMillan

Quick-acting Angelo “Kayo” Mandarano saved the lives of several fellow soldiers.

Angelo “Kayo” Mandarano, remembered by his son, Patrick Mandarano