William R. Clark

William R. Clark joined the Marines right after graduating from Wellesley High School in 1955. He would be part of the 3^rd Marine Division, 2^nd Marine Division Air Wing and the 4^th Marine Division. During his four years in active duty, Clark would serve as a telephone repairman and driver, mainly in Okinawa. He would remain in the Reserves until 1967, and leave the service as a technical sergeant.

William R. Clark’s graduation photo from Wellesley High School, 1955

William R. Clark during his tour of duty in Okinawa.

One of the memorials at Okinawa.

William R. Clark and his rifle. His accuracy earned him the rank of Private First Class and money for a set of dress blues.

William R. Clark on the rifle range during basic training.