Background
Nelson, George Herbert was born on February 14, 1902 in Iron Mountain, Michigan, United States. Son of Albin A. and Sophia (Johnson) Nelson.
Nelson, George Herbert was born on February 14, 1902 in Iron Mountain, Michigan, United States. Son of Albin A. and Sophia (Johnson) Nelson.
Bachelor of Arts, Northern Michigan College, 1926. Master of Arts, University of Michigan, 1929, Doctor of Philosophy, 1933.
Teacher public schools Michigan, 1921-1923, 26-28, 33-35. Faculty Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, 1935-1965, professor of history, 1944-1965, dean School Grard. Studies, 1947-1965; visiting professor University of Michigan, Northern Michigan College, Michigan State Normal College.
Member American History Association, National Geography Society, Society Advancement Education, Michigan Education Association (board directors, regional chairman), Michigan Academy Sciences, Arts and Letters, Lion (district governor, international counselor).
Married Catherine Jane Stafford, August 30, 1936. Children: Geoffrey Alan, Paul Stafford.