Background
Nelson, William was born on January 18, 1908 in New York City. Son of Bendet and Margaret (Ginsburg) Nelson.
Nelson, William was born on January 18, 1908 in New York City. Son of Bendet and Margaret (Ginsburg) Nelson.
Bachelor of Science, College City New York, 1927. Master of Arts, Columbia, 1928, Doctor of Philosophy, 1939.
He authored a book entitled "Fresh Water Submarines: The Manitowoc Story" about the submarines built by the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. He died in Falls Church, Virginia on September 11, 1994. Nelson graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1930.
During World World War II he commanded the United States Ship R-7, United States Ship Peto (Steamship-265), and United States Ship Lamprey (Steamship-372).
He retired in 1965.
Member Academy Literature Studies, English Association, Renaissance Society American (executive director 1960-1969, president 1976).
Married Elsa Elizabeth Robinson, June 13, 1930. Children: Susan Elizabeth, William.