Lloyd Oliver
American Marine and one of the original Navajo Code Talkers during WWII
About Lloyd Oliver
Lived 1923 – 2011 (aged 87). Lloyd Oliver was an American military personnel and code talker.
Lloyd Oliver (April 23, 1923 – March 16, 2011) was an American veteran of the United States Marine Corps and one of the original 29 members of the Navajo Code Talkers during World War II, and the brother of fellow Code Talker Willard Varnell Oliver.
Oliver served from 1942 to 1945, eventually attaining the rank of corporal. His parents were Howard and Olive (Lee) Oliver.
Oliver was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal.
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Who was Lloyd Oliver?
American Marine and one of the original Navajo Code Talkers during WWII
When was Lloyd Oliver born?
Lloyd Oliver was born on 23 April 1923 in Shiprock.
When did Lloyd Oliver die?
Lloyd Oliver died on 16 March 2011 in Avondale.
What was Lloyd Oliver's occupation?
Lloyd Oliver was a military personnel and code talker.
What nationality was Lloyd Oliver?
Lloyd Oliver was American.
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