George Carson
Bio
George Carson enlisted in the U.S. Navy shortly after graduating and searching for work in Galveston in February 1951. He completed boot camp in San Diego, CA, and rifle training at Camp Elliott. As a radio operator, he used Morse Code to help protect civilians from the effects of hydrogen bombs. His naval service took him to various parts of the world, providing him with unique experiences. Afterward, the GI Bill enabled him to pursue a degree in business administration at the University of Houston.
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Top Secret Misssion
George Carson describes evacuating the inhabitants of Bikini and Ilowite Islands to protect civilians before American hydrogen bomb tests. He explains that sailors aboard the USS Renshaw followed specific procedures during the testing. These measures were part of efforts to ensure safety and manage the risks associated with the bomb detonations.
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A Degree After War
George Carson explains how he used his GI Bill benefits to attend night school with the support of his wife. Together, they managed his studies while he worked. As a result, he earned a degree in Business Administration from the University of Houston.
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Enlisting in the Navy
Anticipating the draft, George Carson enlisted in the U.S. Navy to avoid the greater dangers of being sent to the Marines or Army, which he saw as riskier options. He believed the Navy offered a safer path. He also remembers a close friend who lost a leg while serving in Korea with the Army.
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