Allert Gilman Olson

Allert Gilman Olson (March 13, 1896 – April 11, 1976) was an American politician and farmer who served in the Iowa House of Representatives from 1945 to 1953, representing Iowa's 93rd House of Representatives district as a member of the Republican Party.

Early life Allert Olson was born in Rudd Township, Floyd County, Iowa, to parents Martin B. and Martha M. Olson on March 13, 1896. He was educated in rural schools, the Cedar Valley Seminary and Osage High School. Olson subsequently attended Iowa State College for approximately three semesters until his January 1918 enlistment in the United States Army.

Career Olson served in World War I with the 88th Division. Olson married Rikka M. H. Haugen in 1927, with whom he raised three daughters and a son. Olson was a farmer and worked for several electrical companies and electrical organizations.