Mary A Harrington (nee Halvorson)

Mary A Harrington (nee Halvorson) served in the U.S. Navy during World War II (1944-1946).

She worked the Navy Department, Washington DC doing office work and cryptography.

Mrs. Harrington served again in the Navy during the Korean War (1952-1954) as an Information and Education Officer and Officer-in-charge of Enlisted Women's Barracks at Naval Station, North Island, San Diego, CA.

Rank: Lieutenant U.S.N.R

Source: Virginia Area Historical Society files

Support The Museum - Help us continue our work of saving and educating the public about our local veterans. Visit us on Facebook and keep up to date with us!

Sign up for eNews