kwc271 Posted January 29, 2023 #1 Posted January 29, 2023 Hello everyone, I found out from my mom that my granddad had a brother that died during the Coral Sea battle on the USS Neosho. He actually made it off the ship but died in the lifeboat. All I know is that his name was William H. Webb, Gunners mate 3c. I was wondering if anyone here can look up any more info on him? Was he with the Neosho during the Pearl Harbor attack? My grandfather never talked about him so I never new he existed until recently. I would love to know what medals he would have been awarded, etc. enlistment dates, etc. Maybe even a picture of him. Thank you for any help you can give. Kevin
Salvage Sailor Posted January 29, 2023 #2 Posted January 29, 2023 Aloha Kevin, Yes, he was a member of the crew of the USS NEOSHO (AO-23) during the Pearl Harbor attack. He was listed as 'missing in action' on the June 21st, 1942 USS NEOSHO roster after the Coral Sea battle. Full Name: Webb, William H USN Service Number: 3822066 Rate: GM3c Enlisted: 28 MAY 1940 at Los Angeles Missing in Action: 5-7-42
Salvage Sailor Posted January 29, 2023 #3 Posted January 29, 2023 He's also noted on the Fort McKinley WWII memorial in the Philippines Name: William H Webb Inducted From: California Rank: Gunner's Mate Third Class Combat Organization: United States Navy Death Date: May 08 1943 Monument: Fort William Mckinley, Manila, the Philippines Last Known Status: Missing U.S. Awards: Purple Heart Medal
kwc271 Posted January 29, 2023 Author #4 Posted January 29, 2023 Wow, that’s really interesting. Thank you so much
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