Orson

Orson is an English name derived from ours, the French word for bear. It originates in the medieval French legend "Valentine and Orson" where Orson is a man raised by bears. In the works of Harry Turtledove, Orson may refer to:


 * Orson, minor fictional character in Return Engagement, a Mormon emissary to the Confederate States.
 * Orson Jordan, minor fictional character in Return Engagement, a Mormon emissary to the United States.
 * Orson Pratt, historical member of the original Mormon high council, appearing in How Few Remain.
 * Orson Sharp, fictional US Navy pilot in the Days of Infamy series.
 * Orson Welles, historical actor and filmmaker referenced in In the Balance.