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With the outbreak of World War II, at the end of 1941, Jack's plans were put on hold. During the war, Jack served aboard Liberty ships. It was not an easy assignment, for the German U-boats were always on patrol. The ship on which Jack was serving was torpedoed, and he barely escaped with his life. The ship sank in seven minutes, and he drifted in a life raft for sixteen hours before being rescued. By war's end, Jack was a Mate Navigator and held a presidential citation from President Harry Truman.
At the end of World War II, Jack was sent to Persia for fourteen months (1945-1946) to work with the Corps of Engineers, then a part of the War Department. He was a steel worker and helped to build roads and bridges. Upon returning Stateside, he was sent to Washington, DC, for two years (1946-1948). There, he served as an artist for a service magazine and made training films for the U.S. Maritime Service. It was there that he discovered a love for acting.
Criteria For seafarers who served in the zone including the Mediterranean Sea, Red Sea, Arabian Sea, and Indian Ocean west of 80 degrees east longitude, between December 7, 1941, and November 8, 1945. Design: ... For seafarers who served in the zone including the Mediterranean Sea, Red Sea, Arabian Sea, and Indian Ocean west of 80 degrees east longitude, between December 7, 1941, and November 8, 1945. Design: The shield and anchor symbolize a strong maritime service. The palms suggest the Mediterranean-Middle East area while denoting victory and achievement. MoreHide
Description In time of war, the Merchant Marine is an auxiliary to the Navy, and can be called upon to deliver troops and supplies for the military. The merchant marine is a civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Navy, b... In time of war, the Merchant Marine is an auxiliary to the Navy, and can be called upon to deliver troops and supplies for the military. The merchant marine is a civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Navy, but not a uniformed service, except in times of war when, in accordance with the Merchant Marine Act of 1936, mariners are considered military personnel. In a time of â??national emergencyâ??, the President can permanently seize any merchant marine vessel in return for fair compensation, or commandeer it for temporary use with no compensation if returned in reasonable condition.
In 1988, President Ronald Reagan signed a bill into law granting veteran status to merchant mariners who served in WWII. Prior to such legislation, they did not receive veteranâ??s benefits. MoreHide
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With the outbreak of World War II, at the end of 1941, Jack's plans were put on hold. During the war, Jack served aboard Liberty ships. It was not an easy assignment, for the German U-boats were always on patrol. The ship on which Jack was serving was torpedoed, and he barely escaped with his life. The ship sank in seven minutes, and he drifted in a life raft for sixteen hours before being rescued. By war's end, Jack was a Mate Navigator and held a presidential citation from President Harry Truman.
At the end of World War II, Jack was sent to Persia for fourteen months (1945-1946) to work with the Corps of Engineers, then a part of the War Department. He was a steel worker and helped to build roads and bridges. Upon returning Stateside, he was sent to Washington, DC, for two years (1946-1948). There, he served as an artist for a service magazine and made training films for the US Maritime Service. It was there that he discovered a love for acting.
At the end of World War II, Jack was sent to Persia for fourteen months (1945-1946) to work with the Corps of Engineers, then a part of the War Department. He was a steel worker and helped to build roads and bridges. Upon returning Stateside, he was sent to Washington, DC, for two years (1946-1948). There, he served as an artist for a service magazine and made training films for the US Maritime Service. It was there that he discovered a love for acting.
Criteria The Presidential Unit Citation may be awarded to units of the Armed Forces of the United States and cobelligerent nations for extraordinary heroism in action against an armed enemy occurring on or aft... The Presidential Unit Citation may be awarded to units of the Armed Forces of the United States and cobelligerent nations for extraordinary heroism in action against an armed enemy occurring on or after December 7, 1941. MoreHide
Description With the outbreak of World War II, at the end of 1941, Jack's plans were put on hold. During the war, Jack served aboard Liberty ships. It was not an easy assignment, for the German U-boats were alwa... With the outbreak of World War II, at the end of 1941, Jack's plans were put on hold. During the war, Jack served aboard Liberty ships. It was not an easy assignment, for the German U-boats were always on patrol. The ship on which Jack was serving was torpedoed, and he barely escaped with his life. The ship sank in seven minutes, and he drifted in a life raft for sixteen hours before being rescued. By war's end, Jack was a Mate Navigator and held a presidential citation from President Harry Truman.
At the end of World War II, Jack was sent to Persia for fourteen months (1945-1946) to work with the Corps of Engineers, then a part of the War Department. He was a steel worker and helped to build roads and bridges. Upon returning Stateside, he was sent to Washington, DC, for two years (1946-1948). There, he served as an artist for a service magazine and made training films for the US Maritime Service. It was there that he discovered a love for acting.
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Criteria For mariners who served in the Atlantic War Zone including the North Atlantic, South Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean, Barents Sea, and the Greenland Sea, between December 7, 1941, and November 8, ... For mariners who served in the Atlantic War Zone including the North Atlantic, South Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean, Barents Sea, and the Greenland Sea, between December 7, 1941, and November 8, 1945. Design: The compass rose is traditionally associated with maritime navigation and the superimposed triangle with duty and service other than in the Armed Forces. The eagle symbolizes the United States and freedom. MoreHide
Description In time of war, the Merchant Marine is an auxiliary to the Navy, and can be called upon to deliver troops and supplies for the military. The merchant marine is a civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Navy, b... In time of war, the Merchant Marine is an auxiliary to the Navy, and can be called upon to deliver troops and supplies for the military. The merchant marine is a civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Navy, but not a uniformed service, except in times of war when, in accordance with the Merchant Marine Act of 1936, mariners are considered military personnel. In a time of â??national emergencyâ??, the President can permanently seize any merchant marine vessel in return for fair compensation, or commandeer it for temporary use with no compensation if returned in reasonable condition.
In 1988, President Ronald Reagan signed a bill into law granting veteran status to merchant mariners who served in WWII. Prior to such legislation, they did not receive veteranâ??s benefits. MoreHide
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The decoration is awarded to officers and men of the U.S. Merchant Marine who served aboard American-flagged merchant ships for at least 30 days between December 7, 1941, and September 3, 1945.
Description In time of war, the Merchant Marine is an auxiliary to the Navy, and can be called upon to deliver troops and supplies for the military. The merchant marine is a civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Navy, b... In time of war, the Merchant Marine is an auxiliary to the Navy, and can be called upon to deliver troops and supplies for the military. The merchant marine is a civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Navy, but not a uniformed service, except in times of war when, in accordance with the Merchant Marine Act of 1936, mariners are considered military personnel. In a time of â??national emergencyâ??, the President can permanently seize any merchant marine vessel in return for fair compensation, or commandeer it for temporary use with no compensation if returned in reasonable condition.
In 1988, President Ronald Reagan signed a bill into law granting veteran status to merchant mariners who served in WWII. Prior to such legislation, they did not receive veteranâ??s benefits. MoreHide
Criteria The Merchant Marine Expeditionary Medal is awarded to U.S. merchant seamen who serve on U.S.-flag ships in support of operations involving American and allied military forces. The medal is not specifi... The Merchant Marine Expeditionary Medal is awarded to U.S. merchant seamen who serve on U.S.-flag ships in support of operations involving American and allied military forces. The medal is not specific to a certain military operation or conflict, but the award citation would give such details. MoreHide
Comments Retroactive to WWII service.
The Merchant Marine Expeditionary Medal is awarded to U.S. merchant seamen who serve on U.S.-flag ships in support of operations involving American and allied military fo... Retroactive to WWII service.
The Merchant Marine Expeditionary Medal is awarded to U.S. merchant seamen who serve on U.S.-flag ships in support of operations involving American and allied military forces. The medal is not specific to a certain military operation or conflict, but the award citation would give such details. MoreHide
Description The American Theater was a minor area of operations during World War II. This was mainly due to both North and South America's geographical separation from the central theaters of conflict in Europe aThe American Theater was a minor area of operations during World War II. This was mainly due to both North and South America's geographical separation from the central theaters of conflict in Europe and Asia. Thus, any threat by the Axis Powers to invade the mainland United States or other areas was considered negligible, allowing for American resources to be deployed in overseas theaters.
This article includes attacks on continental territory, extending 200 miles (320 km) into the ocean, which is today under the sovereignty of the United States, Canada, Mexico, and several other smaller states, but excludes military action involving the Danish territory of Greenland, the Hawaiian Islands, and the Aleutian Islands. The most well known battles in North America during World War II were the Attack on Pearl Harbor (the first attack on US soil since the Battle of Ambos Nogales), the Aleutian Islands Campaign, the Battle of the St. Lawrence, and the attacks on Newfoundland.... More
Memories Jack served aboard Liberty ships during the war. One of the ships he was serving was torpedoed, andJack served aboard Liberty ships during the war. One of the ships he was serving was torpedoed, and he barely escaped with his life. By war?s end, Jack was a Mate Navigator and held a presidential unit citation signed by President Harry Truman.... More
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Later in the war years he served in the Merchant Marine. He holds an ensign's commission in the U.S. Marine Service and an unlimited Third Mate's ticket in the U.S. Merchant Marine.
With the outbreak of World War II, at the end of 1941, Jack's plans were put on hold. During the war, Jack served aboard Liberty ships. It was not an easy assignment, for the German U-boats were always on patrol. The ship on which Jack was serving was torpedoed, and he barely escaped with his life. The ship sank in seven minutes, and he drifted in a life raft for sixteen hours before being rescued. By war's end, Jack was a Mate Navigator and held a presidential citation from President Harry Truman.
At the end of World War II, Jack was sent to Persia for fourteen months (1945-1946) to work with the Corps of Engineers, then a part of the War Department. He was a steel worker and helped to build roads and bridges. Upon returning Stateside, he was sent to Washington, DC, for two years (1946-1948). There, he served as an artist for a service magazine and made training films for the U.S. Maritime Service. It was there that he discovered a love for acting.