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Syosset Then and Now: Fighting the Enemy from Home

What was this Syosset man's contribution to World War II?

The bustling little Long Island town of Syosset has had many facelifts over the years. Original structures have been remodeled and replaced, leaving just a shadow of the good old days of horse-drawn carriages and general stores.

But if you look closely, sometimes you can see old Syosset hidden among the new constructions. We'll be bringing you back to the old Syosset with the help of A Syosset Scrapbook and helpful photo donors.

How did this man contribute to the war effort from his own front yard in World War II? Here is his identification pin and a photo of him in action in Syosset.

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