Christos E. Mikronis was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on April 16, 1921. He was the son of Edgar B. Mikronis and Mary Elizabeth (Bessie) Mikronis. Edgar hailed from the island of Lefkada, specifically from the village of Karya. He was the son of a lawyer and was born in Karya in 1895. He immigrated to the United States with his brother in 1910 at 14, leaving behind their parents and three sisters. Edgar worked in New York and New Jersey before settling in New Orleans. In 1912, together with his brother, he opened a hat-cleaning business. In 1916, he married Mary Elizabeth Rawlings in Baton Rouge, and they had three children: their daughter Katherine, and two sons, James and Christos. In 1919, Edgar ended his partnership with his brother (who passed away prematurely in 1929) and continued the business on his own. Mikronis was an active member of the Greek community and the Orthodox Church, passing these values on to his children. At school, despite being smaller in stature and younger than most of his classmates, Christos excelled academically, achieving very good grades. He pursued studies in mechanical engineering and aeronautics at Louisiana State University before enlisting in the Navy during World War II, following an unsuccessful attempt to join the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF). Serving as a pilot aboard the USS Ranger, he flew F4F Wildcats with Fighter Squadron 41 (VF-41) and participated in Operation Torch. In a rare engagement involving American-manufactured fighter planes, he was shot down during a confrontation with French Vichy P-36 fighters, either by anti-aircraft fire or enemy gunfire. For his bravery and actions during the operation, he was awarded the Silver Star and the Purple Heart. According to the citation:

"The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant, Junior Grade Christos E. Mikronis, United States Navy, for gallantry in action during the occupation of French Morocco, 8 to 11 November 1942. Vigorously attacking hostile machine gun emplacements and aircraft on the ground, Lieutenant, Junior Grade, Mikronis inflicted heavy damage to weapons, and planes, during an attack on the Cazes Airdrome. When his engine was knocked out by a hostile shell, he succeeded in landing on his plane, lapping into unconsciousness as his plane touched the ground. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Naval Service."

Upon returning to the United States, he was trained as a Landing Signal Officer (LSO) and served aboard the USS Bataan during the Marianas Campaign and the USS Franklin during operations in the Japanese islands. He was awarded the Purple Heart for the second time, after surviving a harrowing incident where he was thrown off the deck of the Franklin when it was struck by a kamikaze pilot. Following the war, Mikronis embarked on a successful business career, serving as President of Precision Products and later Rexnord, Inc., based in Sarasota, Florida. He became a prominent community leader, actively participating in Sarasota's Chamber of Commerce and the American Cancer Society. His dedication earned him the title of Man of the Year twice. Known for his tireless commitment to improving Sarasota County, he frequently attended breakfast meetings before work and evening sessions after long days. Throughout the 1970s and early 1980s, he assumed leadership roles aimed at advancing public education, supporting the business community, and aiding disadvantaged residents. In 1979, he chaired the county Chamber of Commerce and led the local fundraising campaign for the American Cancer Society. The following year, he oversaw the United Way’s fundraising efforts, and in 1981, he spearheaded the development of the school district's first long-term strategic plan. He was also a longstanding member of the Rotary Club and served as President of the Sarasota Area Manufacturers' Association, which later recognized him as Man of the Year. Mikronis relocated to Sarasota in 1952 with his wife and three young children, moving from Purvis, Mississippi. Before establishing his career, he tried various occupations, including chicken farming and general contracting, ultimately rising to the presidency of Precision Products, which was later acquired by Rexnord. After retiring in the early 1980s, he split his time between Sarasota and Blairsville, Georgia, before settling permanently in Georgia. In his later years, he lived in The Villages, a retirement community near Orlando, where he enjoyed traveling, woodworking, and gardening. Mikronis passed away at The Villages Hospice House at the age of 85 after battling lung cancer and heart disease. He was survived by his wife, son, and four grandchildren. One of them, Michael Mikronis, contributed to documenting his story in Volume C of the Greeks in Foreign Cockpits book series, its cover depicting Mikronis action during the Torch Operation. Predeceasing him were his sons, Gary and Robert. Mikronis left a lasting legacy of community service, leadership, and dedication to both his country and the communities he called home.

Further details and first-hand accounts can be found in a massive chapter about the 'GREEK'  Volume C' of the 'GREEKS IN FOREIGN COCKPITS' series of books.