Arlo L. Olson
Arlo L. Olson | |
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Olson c. 1942 | |
| Born | April 20, 1918 Greenville, Iowa, US |
| Died | October 28, 1943 (aged 25) Monte San Nicola, Lazio, Italy |
| Place of burial | Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Minnesota |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1941 – 1943 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Unit | 15th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division |
| Battles / wars | World War II |
| Awards | Medal of Honor Purple Heart |
Arlo L. Olson (April 20, 1918 – October 28, 1943) was a United States Army officer and a recipient of the United States military's highest decoration—the Medal of Honor—for his actions in World War II.