United States Marines Story Archive

The Norwood Historical Society United States Marines Story Archive preserves and shares the stories of Norwood residents who proudly served in the United States Marine Corps. From wartime service to peacetime duty, these accounts highlight the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of local Marines, both men and women, who answered the call to serve their country. Through photographs, documents, newspaper articles, military records, and personal recollections, this archive honors the Marine Corps legacy while ensuring that the individual contributions of Norwood’s Marines are remembered for future generations.

Today, on the Marine Corps Birthday, we extend our gratitude and best wishes to all Marines, past and present. Since November 10, 1775, the United States Marine Corps has embodied honor, courage, and commitment in service to the nation. Happy Birthday, Marines, and thank you for your service and sacrifice.

If you or a family member served in the Marine Corps, or if you have photographs, documents, memories, or other materials related to a Norwood Marine, we invite you to share them with the Norwood Historical Society. Community contributions help preserve these important stories and ensure that the service and sacrifices of Norwood’s Marines continue to be remembered and honored.

Sgt. William J. Flaherty Rotary Club Guest Speaker-This Day in Norwood History-December 5, 1944

A surprise guest speaker appeared at the meeting of the Norwood Rotary Club last night at the Day street headquarters. It was a surprise to the members attending and to the speaker himself. Platoon Sergeant William J. Flaherty of the Marines and son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Flaherty of 47 Silver street. Norwood.…
Pfc. Russell Webber in Hospital At San Diego-This Day in Norwood History-December 4, 1944

Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Webber of 906 Washington street, Norwood, have received word from their son. Pfc. Russell H. Webber, a fleet Marine who was wounded in the Palau invasion, that he is back in the States and is now confined to a hospital in San Diego. Cal. He writes that he hopes to be…
Pfc. Russell Webber is Wounded In Palau Baffle-This Day in Norwood History-November 21, 1944

In Hospital At New Caledonia Mr. Edgar and Mrs. Margaret Webber of 905 Washington street, Norwood, have had word that their son, Pfc. Russell H. Webber, a fleet Marine, was wounded in the Palau invasion and is now in hospital in New Caledonia. A letter from their son tells them he is coming along O.K.…
Cpl. Fred Deeb Killed Overseas-This Day In Norwood History-March 3, 1944

Mrs Esther Deeb, Cedar Street, had word on Wednesday evening that her son. Cpl. Fred Deeb of the Marine Corps had been killed in a motor vehicle accident in the South Pacific. Cpl. Deeb would have been twenty-one on next Monday, March 5. Sworn into the Marines in ceremonies on the stage of the Metropolitan…
Air Hero Robert E. Grow Helped Destroy Rumanian Oil Field-This Day in Norwood History-January 14, 1944

Tech. Sergt. Robert E. Grow, son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert G. Grow, of Norwood, has been awarded the Air Medal, Distinguished Flying Cross, and Oak Leaf Cluster, for his part in the daring Ploesti oil field raid in Ruranai last August. Radioman and an aerial gunner on a B-24 Liberator bomber. Grow and his…
Great Fighters, Great Kids Says Abbott of Norwood Men at Guadalcanal-This Day In Norwood History-September 3, 1943

Norwood Bunch Can Take It And Look Better Than Anyone Else It makes you proud of the American kids to hear Ralph Abbott tell about how they fought in Guadalcanal He is just home after nineteen months overseas, most of that time on Guadalcanal He’s back in this country for further training and managed to…
In The Service Now-This Day In Norwood History-September 4, 1942

In The Service Now-This Day In Norwood History-September 4, 1942