Episode 54 – LCDR Alfred “Ski” Sokolowski, U.S. Navy (Retired)

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Episode 54 - LCDR Alfred "Ski" Sokolowski, U.S. Navy (Retired)
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Welcome to Episode 54 of the Voices to Veterans podcast. This episode features the story of Lieutenant Commander Alfred “Ski” Sokolowski, U.S. Navy (Retired).

Alfred enlisted in the Navy in April 1941. He began his service aboard the battleship USS Arkansas (BB-33) before the start of World War II and then transitioned to a destroyer, the USS Isherwood (DD-520). Amazingly, he served in the Atlantic, the Aleutians, and the Pacific campaigns. He went on to serve in the Korean War and later took on the hazardous job of explosive ordnance disposal. He retired after nearly thirty years on active duty.

Sadly, Alfred passed away in December 2025. He was 101 years old.

To listen to Alfred’s story, click on the red arrow, above. It’s a great way to honor his life and service.

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