Background
Lt. Leroy E. Jacobson was born in Canada, but fought for the United States, which became his home and where he planned to continue his life after the war. Not much is known about his upbringing due to his immigrant status.
Unlike during the Vietnam War, when many Americans left the United States for Canada to avoid combat, Jacobson came to Washington state and eventually fought for our country in World War II.
Unlike during the Vietnam War, when many Americans left the United States for Canada to avoid combat, Jacobson came to Washington state and eventually fought for our country in World War II.
Ship Manifest Records
Ship manifest records show when Leroy Jacobson was a crew member on various ships and to where he traveled. It is important to note Jacobson traveled to Japan a lot, even as the war approached.
Census Records
Census records tell us where Leroy Jacobson was living and when.
"Now on their wedding trip in California are Mr. Leroy Edgar Jacobson and his bride, the former Miss Mary Isabelle Uglum." "The couple will be at home in Seattle at 1120 Marion Street after the California honeymoon." "The bridegroom attended the University of Washington and is a member of Theta Delta Chi Fraternity." |