Merlyn E. Mattson
Era: World War II
Military Branch: Army
Merlyn F. Mattson was inducted into the Army on August 30, 1945, at Fort Snelling, Minnesota.
He served as a Technician 5th Grade and electrician with the 1584th Engineer Service Company in the Pacific Theater.
Mr. Mattson was awarded the following: World War II Victory Medal and one overseas service bar.
He was honorably discharged on December 14, 1946, at Fort Sheridan, Illinois.
Source: Hometown Heroes: The St. Louis County World War II Project. 197.