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Korean War

Click on Veteran's photo to see their service story. These Warriors served during the Korean War

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Where can I donate?

I have created a way to accept donations to grow the project, use the WWII Veterans Portrait Series Go Fund Me.

Where are you located?

I live in the San Diego area but have traveled to many locations to interview and photograph Veterans.


How Long is an Appointment?

Appointments usually last an hour. But please free up time for Mickey to set up lights and cameras, hold the interview, and take some still photographers for in the project.

Do you accept reservations?

Yes is the simple answer to the question. Each appointment is set up as an individual session. Group sessions have been set up when I visited a senior living facility or many of the California Veterans Homes.

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United States Army / Air Force Corporal (CPL) Korean War Harold V. Carlon’s life began on a family farm in Hattieville, Arkansas, on March 3, 1934. In 1937, his family embarked on a memorable train ride to Robbins, California. The family returned to Arkansas after the attack on Peal Harbor to be closer to family, and Harold was eager to join the military when he was old enough. He enlisted in the U.S. Army on September 26, 1952, leaving school in the 11th grade to serve his country. Harold’s Army journey began with basic training at the recently reactivated Fort Riley, Kansas. After sixteen weeks of rigorous training, he was selected for the Army Airborne School at Fort Benning, Georgia. He earned his jump wings, mastering parachute deployment as a combat technique and developing the leadership, confidence, and aggressive spirit instilled through mental and physical conditioning. Upon graduation from Airborne School, Harold received specialized training as a postal clerk, his Military Occupational Specialty (MOS). He learned the intricacies of handling both international and U.S. mail, processing money orders, and selling postage. Army postal clerks also provided essential customer service, managed mail routing and transportation, and operated postage meter equipment. Private Harold Carlon was then assigned to the post office at Fort Riley, Kansas. He found satisfaction in his duties, managing the mail and providing this crucial service to his fellow soldiers. Demonstrating his commitment to personal growth, Harold also returned to his studies and earned his high school diploma during his time at Fort Riley. His dedication and service were recognized with a promotion to Corporal during his four years of active duty. Specialist Third Class (Corporal) Harold V. Carlon was honorably discharged on August 13, 1956, having served with distinction during the Korean War period. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal for his service. Harold married Sharlet in 1965 and together they built a family with four children. Later in life, he also served in the U.S. Air Force for three years following his father’s passing. After his military career, Harold pursued a variety of professions. He worked as a commercial fisherman, contributed to the construction industry, and even spent time selling fertilizer. Before retiring, he took on the challenging and hazardous role of a choke setter in the logging industry in Happy Camp, California, a job that involved attaching cables to logs for retrieval.
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Harold Carlon - Korean War - Mickey Strand - Veterans Series
United States Army / Air Force Corporal (CPL) Korean War Harold V. Carlon’s life began on a family farm in Hattieville, Arkansas, on March 3, 1934. In 1937, his family embarked on a memorable train ride to Robbins, California. The family returned to Arkansas after the attack on Peal Harbor to be closer to family, and Harold was eager to join the military when he was old enough. He enlisted in the U.S. Army on September 26, 1952, leaving school in the 11th grade to serve his country. Harold’s Army journey began with basic training at the recently reactivated Fort Riley, Kansas. After sixteen weeks of rigorous training, he was selected for the Army Airborne School at Fort Benning, Georgia. He earned his jump wings, mastering parachute deployment as a combat technique and developing the leadership, confidence, and aggressive spirit instilled through mental and physical conditioning. Upon graduation from Airborne School, Harold received specialized training as a postal clerk, his Military Occupational Specialty (MOS). He learned the intricacies of handling both international and U.S. mail, processing money orders, and selling postage. Army postal clerks also provided essential customer service, managed mail routing and transportation, and operated postage meter equipment. Private Harold Carlon was then assigned to the post office at Fort Riley, Kansas. He found satisfaction in his duties, managing the mail and providing this crucial service to his fellow soldiers. Demonstrating his commitment to personal growth, Harold also returned to his studies and earned his high school diploma during his time at Fort Riley. His dedication and service were recognized with a promotion to Corporal during his four years of active duty. Specialist Third Class (Corporal) Harold V. Carlon was honorably discharged on August 13, 1956, having served with distinction during the Korean War period. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal for his service. Harold married Sharlet in 1965 and together they built a family with four children. Later in life, he also served in the U.S. Air Force for three years following his father’s passing. After his military career, Harold pursued a variety of professions. He worked as a commercial fisherman, contributed to the construction industry, and even spent time selling fertilizer. Before retiring, he took on the challenging and hazardous role of a choke setter in the logging industry in Happy Camp, California, a job that involved attaching cables to logs for retrieval.