Dana E. Wallace
Dana E. Wallace (1917-2007) was the assistant director of research of the Maine Department of Marine Resources from 1946 to 1983. He co-chaired the Biological Advisory Committee of the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission. His work focused primarily on the aquaculture of mollusks, particularly clams and oysters, in the coastal regions of Maine. Early life Dana Wallace was born on a small farm in Lisbon, Maine to Chester and Carrie Wallace in 1917. While attending Lisbon High School, he became an Eagle Scout, played hockey, and competed in track. He went on to study at Bates College on a track scholarship, graduating with a bachelor of arts degree in 1939. Wallace taught math and science at Presque Isle High School and coached the local track and debate teams. During World War II, he enlisted in the United States Army Air Corps and served as a meteorologist in England for three years. Aquaculture and marine resources work After returning from the war, Wallace undertook a brief research project for Maine's Department of Sea and Shore Fisheries, now known as the Maine Department of Marine Resources, to recommend ways to boost the value of marine fisheries to Maine's coastal communities. At the