Alumni

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

Frank Caldwell and six of his brothers served in WWII at the same time.

Levi Frank Caldwell, remembered by his son, Bruce Caldwell

Douglas Filbeck made his mark in WWII driving a tank-destroying M18 “Hellcat” in France.

Douglas Filbeck, remembered by his granddaughter, Amber Filbeck Hoyem

Held as a prisoner of war for 30 months, Fred Meacham taught business classes to fellow prisoners.

Fred Meacham, remembered by his granddaughter, Camille Jones

Chemist Homer Hunter was relocated to a “Secret City” near Oak Ridge, Tennessee, to work on the Manhattan Project.

Homer Hunter, remembered by his great-grandson, Adam Foster

Bataan Death March survivor John Nolan Culp endured much as a prisoner of war in the Philippines.

John Nolan Culp, remembered by his granddaugher, Dawne Knop

Ethel Dillon’s six brothers served in WWII; two came home in coffins.

Ethel Dillon’s brothers, remembered by her daughter-in-law, Shelia Dillon