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Private Arvid Leroy Setran, Minnesota

Introduction

Born in the Chicago-Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Arvid Leroy Setran spent almost all of his time either working on cars or going out with his sister, Gladys, and her soon-to-be-husband, Harold Grovender.  He was a just normal kid enjoying life -at least until he was drafted into the U.S. Army in its fight against the Axis powers. Unfortunately, in early July 1944, Arvid paid the ultimate  sacrifice: his life for our freedom. This website was created to honor Arvid for what he did for our country.

Website Contents

Life Before the War
The 79th Division
On the Homefront
Primary Sources
Reflections from the Normany Institute
Photo Gallery
Bibliography


National History Day Normandy Institute 2012.
Website created by Lacy Myrman (student, Brooklyn Park, MN) with assistance from Nancy Ziemer (teacher, Brooklyn Park, MN).