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William M. Losty B.M.2c USN USS West Virginia 1936-1937 |
William Matthew Losty was aboard the U.S.S. West Virginia February 27,
1936 thru September 17, 1937. While on shore leave in San Pedro
California William captured a civilian spy wearing a Navy Blue Jacket.
http://www.thelostys.com/William_Losty_Captured_Spy.jpg
Below is a link to his memorial web site and several new paper articles
about William while in the Navy including the article in which he was
praised by his commander officer, J.B. Oldendorf, for his use of
intelligence and good judgment in apprehending an enemy spy.
William was killed in action and his body never recovered in 1943. Upon
his death he was ranked BM2c USN stationed at the Advanced Naval Base
Force, Koli Pt. Last entry in his summary of service is July 18, 1943. http://www.thelostys.com/William_M_Losty.html |