McLeod, Dwayne W., 1915-1943
Dates
- Usage: 1915 - 1943
Biographical Note
Dwayne Webster McLeod was born in Nevada on April 4, 1915 to Charles A. McLeod and Violet B. (Williams) McLeod. Heand grew up in Yerington, Nevada. Prior to his enlistment on October 16, 1940, he worked for United Air Lines. McLeod served as a mechanic during World War II.
In 1940, he married Muriel R. Landon (1920-2004). Donor information states that he survived the war but died shortly after his return, on November 3, 1943, in San Diego, California.
Biography derived from donor information, collection materials, and Ancestry.com.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Dwayne McLeod World War II Collection
The collection relates to the World War II experience of Dwayne W. McLeod, who served as a mechanic during the war. Materials include Boeing School of Aeronautics notes and training documents, a Flight Officer's checklist for the DC-3, aviation decals, and an airmail envelope.