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Fifteen La Crosse men join naval reserve basics at Great Lakes
A group of 2,000 naval reserve recruits including fifteen from La Crosse attend a two week basics program at the Great Lakes training center. The men, listed with addresses, form a 60 man company focusing on military drill first aid and seamanship. They enjoy recreational facilities and 12 hour liberty to visit Chicago or Milwaukee. next year they become eligible for a reserve vessel.
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la Crosse
Naval Reserve
Naval Training Center
Lakes
Ill
Robert L. Hanson
Albert Hanson
George Street
James A. Shaw
South Seventh
Robert J. Sullivan
Erwin Sullivan
Wall Street
Donald L. Chapman
Great Lakes
Chicago
Milwaukee