American Legion Beaufort Post 207 brings you George Ledson, 92, who was born on St. Helena but moved to New York City when he was a child. He was drafted into the United States Marine Corps in 1952 during the Korean War and began with Boot Camp at Parris Island before serving at the rifle range at MCAS El Toro. He then served in Korea working to supply water, including drilling wells and setting up tanks and pumps at various military bases. He next was assigned to Camp Lejeune working in the warehouse and on guard duty. His last duty station was in Japan before being discharged in 1955; he then returned to New York. He worked for a while as a railroad laborer before beginning a 30-year career with the NYC Post Office. In 1987 he retired and returned to St. Helena Island.
Compiled by John Chubb, American Legion Post 207. For Veteran Of The Week nominations, contact jechubb1@gmail.com.
