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Ade · Ade

This incredible story, one that until now, has been generally overlooked in the history books on this side of the water, has provoked quite a stir in the UK recently. There has recently been an informative piece written and published on the BBC News website that many of you might find interesting. I am...

gmac · gmac

Did anyone know Freddie H. Pyron from Tyler Texas who perished on the USS Indy? I have an original poster that commemorates his service on the USS Indy. The poster has an original black and white photograph of him pasted in the center along with his service record neatly written in at the bottom. I came i...

Indyson18 · Indyson18

I had the honor of being with USS Indianapolis Survivor LD Cox of Comanche, TX, on March 30 at the Air & Space Museum at Dulles (VA) when he toured the Enola Gay. The museum staff moved the barriers and allowed us to stand directly under the Enola Gay. What a moment, to see one of the men who delivered...

JudyB · JudyB

Thank you for this wonderful site that pays tribute to these men and keeps their story alive. Winston Arnold, my uncle, was killed before I was born in the kamikaze attack on 3/31/45. His sister is 89 years old and lives in Northern California. If anyone has memories of Winston they would like to sha...

loooui7 · loooui7

Hello... Just wanted to post my thoughts to the page...to a grandfather I never got to know. He was a Seaman 2 (Vincent Fast Horse) on the Indianapolis when she went down. I've watched the documentarys, researched the internet and so on just I have an idea about him and who he was. I suppose I've thoug...

Doug Berchem · Doug Berchem

I grew up in the suburbs of Chicago knowing the family of John A Schmueck, especially his son John. He and his wife, Virginia, were wonderful people. When the book "Abandon Ship" was published in 1958 all of our friends wanted to read it, esp. about Mr Schmueck's actions. While he talked a...

dmhendron · dmhendron

I am interested to talk to a survivor that knew my uncle, Russell "Rusty" Brandt, also a survivor. I would not take a great deal of anyone's time but would like to be able to get a little more information about my uncle's service on the ship from someone that served with him. I live in the C...

KellyLoughlin · KellyLoughlin

Hello, My name is Kelly Loughlin. I was born and raised in Mishawaka, Indiana. When I was in middle school, I created a project for a national competition called National History Day about the USS Indianapolis. My grandfather is also a Navy veteran and has visited the memorial in Indianapolis. He own...

Cindy · Cindy

I am new to this sight and hoping to get information about my father, Charles Thomas Meyer. He was a survivor and I believe he attended several of the very early reunions. He was originally from Marlin, Texas and passed away in 1971 while living in Austin, Texas. My brother Mike has posted on this sight...

SurvivorsDaughter · SurvivorsDaughter

Just received the news that Ethel Morris, wife of USS Indianapolis Survivor Al Morris of Akron, Ohio passed away on March 20th.

SurvivorsDaughter · SurvivorsDaughter

It is with great sadness that I pass on the news that USS Indianapolis Survivor Kenley Lanter passed away. May be rest in peace and may his family & friends find comfort in their fond memories of our hero.Guestbook: http://www.allenfh.com/_mgxroot/page_10780.php?task=Current&lis...

SurvivorsDaughter · SurvivorsDaughter

It is with great sadness that I pass on the news that another of our beloved USS Indianapolis Survivors, Sal Maldonado passed away on Tuesday evening (Feb 26). May be rest in peace and may his family & friends find comfort in their fond memories of our hero. (I will post details on the services as the...

nikki · nikki

Hello- I would first like to say that I am honored to be the daughter of a man who served in WW2. My dad's name was Roy Lee (Red) Simmons. Unfortunately I lost him to cancer 22 years ago (I am now 42). He told me many stories of his time on the USS Indianapolis, and I would dearly love to hear from anyone who ma...

unclejohn · unclejohn

John was my uncle and my last meeting with him was while he was home on leave prior to sailing for Tinanin. I wish to know if he was able to get off the ship and into the water.

Bulldog · Bulldog

I recently read, once again, an account of a suvivor of the USS Indianapolis tragedy. I was profoundly moved by the adversities those men suffered and reminded again of the tremedous sacrifices thousands have made to secure the freedoms I have today. My Dad also served with honor in the US Navy in WW...

Inspector · Inspector

I'm a retired Navy man who has been reading, among other things, the history of the 2nd World War. Quite by chance I picked up the book written by Richard F. Newcomb titled "Abandon Ship". Though I've always heard references made to the sinking of this great ship I had not made myself fami...

SurvivorsDaughter · SurvivorsDaughter

I just received the news that USS Indianapolis Survivor Glenn Morgan passed away peacefully yesterday morning (12/24/2012). Funeral services are at 2:00 pm, Friday at Annetta United Methodist Church, 2836 West Farm Road 5, Aledo, TX 76008 with burial to follow at Newberry Cemetery just off Hwy...

Foundation · Foundation

Good afternoon all, As a matter of introduction, I recently served as the Deputy Chief of the World War II Research and Investigation Branch at the Joint POW/MIA Accounting Command (JPAC) at Pearl Harbor and was the primary investigator assigned to the cases of American servicemen listed as MIA or...

Hugh · Hugh

I met him near Pheonix in the 1980's, fine guy, he told me the story of the Indianapolis. Like most Americans, I was unaware of the tragedy, and sacrifice of these brave men. I was working as a crop-duster pilot, and accidentally let some over-spray of salt water we were using to defoliate some cotton d...

JerryEakin · JerryEakin

My father served on the Indianapolis. I only saw him cry twice in my lifetime, when my grandmother passed away and when he told me the story about how McVay was treated and all the men who died. I always had the feeling that my father thought that the people who were on that ship never got the credit, or resp...

Jenkins · Jenkins

It's Vernon C Nordin (Vern) relieved from Indianapolis just prior to its last voyage. My dad passed away yesterday and wondering if there are any good stories out there we can use at his service. We want to have a service at sea just outside the Golden Gate. His cremains will not be released for a wee...

MBrooks · MBrooks

I am a History teacher at Hays High School in Hays, Kansas. I simply want the survivors of the USS Indianapolis and their families to know that I read Doug Stanton's book In Harm's Way to my students every year. I believe it's essential to my student's lives that they understand and remember the sacri...

usskittyhawk · usskittyhawk

I recently communicated with Mr. Paul Murphy who survived the disaster and he appears to be in declining health. Please keep this sweet and great man in your prayers.

ww2kim · ww2kim

This will probably be the last Indy presentation in this area. It is becoming difficult for these wonderful gentlemen to travel so I am delighted that George Horvath has agreed to be the Guest of Honor on November 9th, 2012 at the Performing Arts Center in Auburn, WA. Also in attendance will be Alexes...

SCPO Lavery · SCPO Lavery

I'm sure many of you have seen and shared the WWII tribute "Before you go", but it is such a moving tribute that I hope no one is bothered by seeing the link one more time: http://www.beforeyougo.us/play_byg Our WWII vets are passing quickly, we have little time left to hear their words and...

Mike DM · Mike DM

I am new to this forum. My father, Charles Thomas Meyer was an Indianapolis survivor. He passed away in 1971. He would never talk about his experience on the Indianapolis, so i never learned anything about it from him. As I've grown older, I want to learn more about the tragedy. I suspect there are...

Heller · Heller

Am Robert J. Heller Jr's. 1st cousin once removed. Is there any list indicating who died immediately in the blast rather than later in the ocean? His death date shows 30 Jul 1945, so am hoping it was immediately. Have lost contact with his 2 daughters, Suzanne and Mary Roberta Heller (who...

thumperjohn · thumperjohn

Hello, Dean Bennett - I believe a corpsman - was my father's cousin who was aboard the Indy. I was given his name as my middle name. I would appreciate hearing anything about him. Not long ago we came across a letter from him written while aboard the ship, about six or seven months before the sinking. than...

SurvivorsDaughter · SurvivorsDaughter

I received the news this week that USS Indianapolis Survivor Donald Shown of Napa, California passed away at the age of 91. However, a this time I do not have contact information for his family to send condolences. May he rest in peace.

ChristopherUSN · ChristopherUSN

Yesterday May 29 my Son was visiting the WWII memorial. I was touched by this not realizing the full story. Today I got up and went to get my morning coffee at Starbucks and Googled the story of the Indianapolis and I tell you it nearly brought me to tears. Oh my GOD I know this story I had read about it and als...

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	General Comment (Preview) This incredible story, one that until now, has been generally overlooked in the history books on this side of the water, has provoked quite a stir in the UK recently. There has recently been an informative piece written and published on the BBC News website that many of you might find interesting. I am...	Ade	0	860	Jul 30, 2013 by Ade
	Freddie H. Pyron (Preview) Did anyone know Freddie H. Pyron from Tyler Texas who perished on the USS Indy? I have an original poster that commemorates his service on the USS Indy. The poster has an original black and white photograph of him pasted in the center along with his service record neatly written in at the bottom. I came i...	gmac	0	949	Jul 29, 2013 by gmac
	Survivor LD Cox Visits the Enola Gay (Preview) I had the honor of being with USS Indianapolis Survivor LD Cox of Comanche, TX, on March 30 at the Air & Space Museum at Dulles (VA) when he toured the Enola Gay. The museum staff moved the barriers and allowed us to stand directly under the Enola Gay. What a moment, to see one of the men who delivered...	Indyson18	1	4290	Jul 24, 2013 by ww2kim
	Winston Arnold (Preview) Thank you for this wonderful site that pays tribute to these men and keeps their story alive. Winston Arnold, my uncle, was killed before I was born in the kamikaze attack on 3/31/45. His sister is 89 years old and lives in Northern California. If anyone has memories of Winston they would like to sha...	JudyB	3	2204	Jul 6, 2013 by savages
	To A Grandfather I never got to know....SM2 Vincent Fast Horse (Preview) Hello... Just wanted to post my thoughts to the page...to a grandfather I never got to know. He was a Seaman 2 (Vincent Fast Horse) on the Indianapolis when she went down. I've watched the documentarys, researched the internet and so on just I have an idea about him and who he was. I suppose I've thoug...	loooui7	8	4441	Jun 29, 2013 by JAZ
	SCHMUECK, John A., CPHMP* (Preview) I grew up in the suburbs of Chicago knowing the family of John A Schmueck, especially his son John. He and his wife, Virginia, were wonderful people. When the book "Abandon Ship" was published in 1958 all of our friends wanted to read it, esp. about Mr Schmueck's actions. While he talked a...	Doug Berchem	0	979	Jun 19, 2013 by Doug Berchem
	Request to talk to a survivor that knew my Uncle Rusty Brandt (Preview) I am interested to talk to a survivor that knew my uncle, Russell "Rusty" Brandt, also a survivor. I would not take a great deal of anyone's time but would like to be able to get a little more information about my uncle's service on the ship from someone that served with him. I live in the C...	dmhendron	1	1058	Jun 14, 2013 by Indyson18
	Looking for Kenneth Earl Mitchell and Clarence Lamar Hershberger (Preview) Hello, My name is Kelly Loughlin. I was born and raised in Mishawaka, Indiana. When I was in middle school, I created a project for a national competition called National History Day about the USS Indianapolis. My grandfather is also a Navy veteran and has visited the memorial in Indianapolis. He own...	KellyLoughlin	0	1222	Jun 2, 2013 by KellyLoughlin
	Charles Thomas Meyer- Survivor (Preview) I am new to this sight and hoping to get information about my father, Charles Thomas Meyer. He was a survivor and I believe he attended several of the very early reunions. He was originally from Marlin, Texas and passed away in 1971 while living in Austin, Texas. My brother Mike has posted on this sight...	Cindy	4	1341	May 29, 2013 by Cindy
	Sad news regarding the death of USS Indianapolis Survivors Wife, Ethel Morris (Preview) Just received the news that Ethel Morris, wife of USS Indianapolis Survivor Al Morris of Akron, Ohio passed away on March 20th.	SurvivorsDaughter	0	1073	Mar 26, 2013 by SurvivorsDaughter
	Sad news regarding the passing of USS Indianapolis Survivor Kenley Lanter (Preview) It is with great sadness that I pass on the news that USS Indianapolis Survivor Kenley Lanter passed away. May be rest in peace and may his family & friends find comfort in their fond memories of our hero.Guestbook: http://www.allenfh.com/_mgxroot/page_10780.php?task=Current&lis...	SurvivorsDaughter	0	1218	Mar 1, 2013 by SurvivorsDaughter
	Sad news regarding the passing of USS Indianapolis Survivor Sal Maldonado (Preview) It is with great sadness that I pass on the news that another of our beloved USS Indianapolis Survivors, Sal Maldonado passed away on Tuesday evening (Feb 26). May be rest in peace and may his family & friends find comfort in their fond memories of our hero. (I will post details on the services as the...	SurvivorsDaughter	0	1068	Mar 1, 2013 by SurvivorsDaughter
	Did anyone know or heard of Roy Lee (Red) Simmons-my Dad (Preview) Hello- I would first like to say that I am honored to be the daughter of a man who served in WW2. My dad's name was Roy Lee (Red) Simmons. Unfortunately I lost him to cancer 22 years ago (I am now 42). He told me many stories of his time on the USS Indianapolis, and I would dearly love to hear from anyone who ma...	nikki	0	1139	Jan 29, 2013 by nikki
	Did anyone know John N. Diamond S2 (Signalman) lost on the Indy ? (Preview) John was my uncle and my last meeting with him was while he was home on leave prior to sailing for Tinanin. I wish to know if he was able to get off the ship and into the water.	unclejohn	0	977	Jan 24, 2013 by unclejohn
	Undying Gratitude (Preview) I recently read, once again, an account of a suvivor of the USS Indianapolis tragedy. I was profoundly moved by the adversities those men suffered and reminded again of the tremedous sacrifices thousands have made to secure the freedoms I have today. My Dad also served with honor in the US Navy in WW...	Bulldog	0	886	Dec 31, 2012 by Bulldog
	Profound Respect (Preview) I'm a retired Navy man who has been reading, among other things, the history of the 2nd World War. Quite by chance I picked up the book written by Richard F. Newcomb titled "Abandon Ship". Though I've always heard references made to the sinking of this great ship I had not made myself fami...	Inspector	0	1080	Dec 30, 2012 by Inspector
	Sad news regarding the death of USS Indianapolis Survivor Glenn Morgan (Preview) I just received the news that USS Indianapolis Survivor Glenn Morgan passed away peacefully yesterday morning (12/24/2012). Funeral services are at 2:00 pm, Friday at Annetta United Methodist Church, 2836 West Farm Road 5, Aledo, TX 76008 with burial to follow at Newberry Cemetery just off Hwy...	SurvivorsDaughter	0	936	Dec 26, 2012 by SurvivorsDaughter
	Need Assistance in Identifying the Recovered Unknowns (Preview) Good afternoon all, As a matter of introduction, I recently served as the Deputy Chief of the World War II Research and Investigation Branch at the Joint POW/MIA Accounting Command (JPAC) at Pearl Harbor and was the primary investigator assigned to the cases of American servicemen listed as MIA or...	Foundation	0	1010	Dec 20, 2012 by Foundation
	Does anyone know James S Newhall, survivor. (Preview) I met him near Pheonix in the 1980's, fine guy, he told me the story of the Indianapolis. Like most Americans, I was unaware of the tragedy, and sacrifice of these brave men. I was working as a crop-duster pilot, and accidentally let some over-spray of salt water we were using to defoliate some cotton d...	Hugh	0	969	Dec 8, 2012 by Hugh
	Happy that this site exists. (Preview) My father served on the Indianapolis. I only saw him cry twice in my lifetime, when my grandmother passed away and when he told me the story about how McVay was treated and all the men who died. I always had the feeling that my father thought that the people who were on that ship never got the credit, or resp...	JerryEakin	1	952	Nov 24, 2012 by Redpalacebullsox
	Anyone know this guy? (Preview) It's Vernon C Nordin (Vern) relieved from Indianapolis just prior to its last voyage. My dad passed away yesterday and wondering if there are any good stories out there we can use at his service. We want to have a service at sea just outside the Golden Gate. His cremains will not be released for a wee...	Jenkins	4	1109	Nov 8, 2012 by Jenkins
	Helping New Generations Remember The Sacrifice (Preview) I am a History teacher at Hays High School in Hays, Kansas. I simply want the survivors of the USS Indianapolis and their families to know that I read Doug Stanton's book In Harm's Way to my students every year. I believe it's essential to my student's lives that they understand and remember the sacri...	MBrooks	1	926	Nov 6, 2012 by SurvivorsDaughter
	Paul Murphy (Preview) I recently communicated with Mr. Paul Murphy who survived the disaster and he appears to be in declining health. Please keep this sweet and great man in your prayers.	usskittyhawk	0	912	Nov 4, 2012 by usskittyhawk
	Seattle area:11/09/2012 - USS Indianapolis presentation with survivor George Horvath and Lt. Cmdr Adrian Marks' daughter (Preview) This will probably be the last Indy presentation in this area. It is becoming difficult for these wonderful gentlemen to travel so I am delighted that George Horvath has agreed to be the Guest of Honor on November 9th, 2012 at the Performing Arts Center in Auburn, WA. Also in attendance will be Alexes...	ww2kim	0	1247	Oct 10, 2012 by ww2kim
	Gone but not forgotten... (Preview) I'm sure many of you have seen and shared the WWII tribute "Before you go", but it is such a moving tribute that I hope no one is bothered by seeing the link one more time: http://www.beforeyougo.us/play_byg Our WWII vets are passing quickly, we have little time left to hear their words and...	SCPO Lavery	0	935	Sep 10, 2012 by SCPO Lavery
	Charles Thomas Meyer (Preview) I am new to this forum. My father, Charles Thomas Meyer was an Indianapolis survivor. He passed away in 1971. He would never talk about his experience on the Indianapolis, so i never learned anything about it from him. As I've grown older, I want to learn more about the tragedy. I suspect there are...	Mike DM	0	834	Aug 18, 2012 by Mike DM
	Robert J. Heller Jr. (Preview) Am Robert J. Heller Jr's. 1st cousin once removed. Is there any list indicating who died immediately in the blast rather than later in the ocean? His death date shows 30 Jul 1945, so am hoping it was immediately. Have lost contact with his 2 daughters, Suzanne and Mary Roberta Heller (who...	Heller	0	763	Aug 18, 2012 by Heller
	Dean Randall Bennett (Preview) Hello, Dean Bennett - I believe a corpsman - was my father's cousin who was aboard the Indy. I was given his name as my middle name. I would appreciate hearing anything about him. Not long ago we came across a letter from him written while aboard the ship, about six or seven months before the sinking. than...	thumperjohn	1	1000	Aug 8, 2012 by SurvivorsDaughter
	Sad news regarding the death of USS Indianapolis Donald Shown (Preview) I received the news this week that USS Indianapolis Survivor Donald Shown of Napa, California passed away at the age of 91. However, a this time I do not have contact information for his family to send condolences. May he rest in peace.	SurvivorsDaughter	2	1302	Aug 5, 2012 by JennyAntis
	Let us never forget the USS Indianapolis EVER (Preview) Yesterday May 29 my Son was visiting the WWII memorial. I was touched by this not realizing the full story. Today I got up and went to get my morning coffee at Starbucks and Googled the story of the Indianapolis and I tell you it nearly brought me to tears. Oh my GOD I know this story I had read about it and als...	ChristopherUSN	0	883	Jul 30, 2012 by ChristopherUSN
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