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There is no report aboard date in Pedro's record, only a transfer date off the ship given as March 14. 1944. In fact there is a out of sequence entry after his transfer from the Destroyer 'Lea' of 4/18/41, that shows Pedro was assigned to Hedron FAW-14 June 23, 1944. From 9/1/44 to 3/14/44, there are no more entries in Pedro's record. While on board the 'Knapp' however Pedro's rating is OCk1c with 4.0 conduct, and F.Virden entered as his C.O. With few exceptions, almost all previous entries have a name typed in the C.O. section and signed by that person. This entry had no signature. But then again, there was a war going on in the Pacific where the 'Knapp' was assigned, so the gaps in Pedro's record is understandable. In any case Pedro transferred to Hedron FAW-14 with a mailing address given as FPO San Francisco, Ca. Once again his enlistment was expiring.
Criteria The Combat Action Ribbon is a personal decoration awarded to members of the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard (when operating under the control of the Navy) in the grade of captain (or colonel in th... The Combat Action Ribbon is a personal decoration awarded to members of the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard (when operating under the control of the Navy) in the grade of captain (or colonel in the Marine Corps) and below who have actively participated in ground or surface combat. MoreHide
Criteria The Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal was awarded for for qualifying service within the Asiatic-Pacific Theater of Operations between December 7, 1941, and March 2, 1946, under any of the following condi... The Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal was awarded for for qualifying service within the Asiatic-Pacific Theater of Operations between December 7, 1941, and March 2, 1946, under any of the following conditions: On permanent assignment within the Asiatic-Pacific Theater; or, For service in a passenger status or on temporary duty for 30 consecutive days or 60 non-consecutive days; or, For service in active combat in the Asiatic-Pacific Theater of Operations against the enemy and awarded a combat decoration or furnished a certificate by the commanding general of a corps, higher unit, or independent force that the individual actually participated in combat. MoreHide
Criteria The Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal was awarded for for qualifying service within the Asiatic-Pacific Theater of Operations between December 7, 1941, and March 2, 1946, under any of the following condi... The Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal was awarded for for qualifying service within the Asiatic-Pacific Theater of Operations between December 7, 1941, and March 2, 1946, under any of the following conditions: On permanent assignment within the Asiatic-Pacific Theater; or, For service in a passenger status or on temporary duty for 30 consecutive days or 60 non-consecutive days; or, For service in active combat in the Asiatic-Pacific Theater of Operations against the enemy and awarded a combat decoration or furnished a certificate by the commanding general of a corps, higher unit, or independent force that the individual actually participated in combat. MoreHide
Description The Battle of Kwajalein was fought as part of the Pacific campaign of World War II. It took place from 31 January-3 February 1944, on Kwajalein Atoll in the Marshall Islands. Employing the hard-learneThe Battle of Kwajalein was fought as part of the Pacific campaign of World War II. It took place from 31 January-3 February 1944, on Kwajalein Atoll in the Marshall Islands. Employing the hard-learned lessons of the battle of Tarawa, the United States launched a successful twin assault on the main islands of Kwajalein in the south and Roi-Namur in the north. The Japanese defenders put up stiff resistance, although outnumbered and under-prepared. The determined defense of Roi-Namur left only 51 survivors of an original garrison of 3,500.
For the US, the battle represented both the next step in its island-hopping march to Japan and a significant moral victory because it was the first time the Americans had penetrated the "outer ring" of the Japanese Pacific sphere. For the Japanese, the battle represented the failure of the beach-line defense. Japanese defenses became prepared in depth, and the battles of Peleliu, Guam, and the Marianas proved far more costly to the US. ... More
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Pedro Llantada's service record shows he was aboard June 30, 1942. Unknown his exact date reporting aboard, but at this point he probably caught the ship in Bermuda on this date. Pedro's record shows his proficiency in rate to be 4.0, his leadership 4.0, his conduct 4.0. His best marks on record. The 2nd and last entry on record while assigned to the 'Brooklyn' is dated September 1, 1942 while at sea. There is also a change in rate on this date, from Matt1c to OC3c. I have no idea what OC stands for in the Navy's alphabet soup of the times. But it is a rate he held and advanced in while on the Destroyer U.S.S. Knapp DD 653. There is no date of transfer given, so it is unknown how long Pedro was assigned to 'Brooklyn', or when he transferred to another unit. The record is also out of sequence. A 1944 entry was made between 1941 & 1942. I intend to cover the odd entries separately from ship assignments.
Criteria The European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal was awarded for for qualifying service within the European-African-Middle Eastern Theater of Operations between December 7, 1941, and March 2, 1946, ... The European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal was awarded for for qualifying service within the European-African-Middle Eastern Theater of Operations between December 7, 1941, and March 2, 1946, under any of the following conditions: On permanent assignment within the European-African-Middle Eastern Theater; or, For service in a passenger status or on temporary duty status for 30 consecutive days or 60 non-consecutive days; or, For service in active combat in the European-African-Middle Eastern Theater of Operations against the enemy and awarded a combat decoration or furnished a certificate by the commanding general of a corps, higher unit, or independent force that the individual actually participated in combat. MoreHide
Criteria The European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal was awarded for for qualifying service within the European-African-Middle Eastern Theater of Operations between December 7, 1941, and March 2, 1946, ... The European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal was awarded for for qualifying service within the European-African-Middle Eastern Theater of Operations between December 7, 1941, and March 2, 1946, under any of the following conditions: On permanent assignment within the European-African-Middle Eastern Theater; or, For service in a passenger status or on temporary duty status for 30 consecutive days or 60 non-consecutive days; or, For service in active combat in the European-African-Middle Eastern Theater of Operations against the enemy and awarded a combat decoration or furnished a certificate by the commanding general of a corps, higher unit, or independent force that the individual actually participated in combat. MoreHide
Description The Naval Battle of Casablanca was a series of naval engagements fought between American ships covering the invasion of North Africa and Vichy French ships defending the neutrality of French Morocco iThe Naval Battle of Casablanca was a series of naval engagements fought between American ships covering the invasion of North Africa and Vichy French ships defending the neutrality of French Morocco in accordance with the Second Armistice at Compiègne during World War II. The last stages of the battle consisted of operations by German U-boats which had reached the area the same day the French troops surrendered. Allied military planners anticipated an all-American force assigned to seize the Atlantic port city of Casablanca might be greeted as liberators. An invasion task force of 102 American ships carrying 35,000 American soldiers approached the Moroccan coast undetected under cover of darkness. French defenders interpreted the first contacts as a diversionary raid for a major landing in Algeria; and Germany regarded the surrender of six Moroccan divisions to a small commando raiding force as a clear violation of French obligations to defend Moroccan neutrality under the Second Armistice at Compiègne. An escalating series of surprised responses in an atmosphere of mistrust and secrecy caused the loss of four U.S. troopships and the deaths of 462 men aboard 24 French ships opposing the invasion.... More
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Pedro Llantada reported to Destroyer U.S.S. Lea DD-118 at Key West, Fla. 12/31/39. His rating, Matt1c. While enroute from Longbeach, Ca. to this new assignment, the Battle of the River Plate took place between the German 'Pocket Battleship' Graf Spee, & British Cruisres Exeter, Ajax, & Achilles 12/13/39. December 11, 1940 Pedro's sevice entry shows 'Filed preliminary form for declaration of intention of citizenship October 14, 1940 at New York, N.Y.' Service entries show the 'Lea' operating all along the East Coast from Key West to Newport R.I.
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Pedro's rating is listed in his service certificate as Matt3c - Mess Attendant. In his record he was transferred 'for duty fitting out USS Portland' October 25, 1932. Pedro's service dates aboard 'Portland' are listed as March 31, 1933 to January 27, 1934.
Criteria The China Service Medal was awarded to Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard personnel who: Served ashore in China or who were attached to any of the vessels that operated in support of the operations in... The China Service Medal was awarded to Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard personnel who: Served ashore in China or who were attached to any of the vessels that operated in support of the operations in China between July 7, 1937, and September 7, 1939; or who Served ashore in China or were attached to any of the vessels that operated in support of operations in China between September 2, 1945 and April 1, 1957. Military services performed in the Asiatic-Pacific area between September 2, 1945 and March 2, 1946 could be credited for eligibility for the China Service Medal unless the individual was eligible for the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal based on service performed prior to September 2, 1945. MoreHide
Criteria The American Defense Service Medal was awarded for service in the Armed Forces between September 8, 1939, and December 7, 1941. Army members had to serve 12 months to be eligible, but Navy and Marine ... The American Defense Service Medal was awarded for service in the Armed Forces between September 8, 1939, and December 7, 1941. Army members had to serve 12 months to be eligible, but Navy and Marine Corps members were eligible based on any length of service. MoreHide
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December 31, 1938 Pedro Llantada reports aboard U.S.S. Astoria CA-34 at Longbeach, Ca., his rating is Matt1c. At sea 3/31/39. 'Temporary based on board U.S.S. Portland' 6/19/39 to 6/30. October 2, 1939 Pedro is transferred to the Destroyer U.S.S. Lea DD-118 based at Key West,Fla.
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Receiving Station, Cavite, P.I. June 19, 1937. 'Qulaified Swimmer' Pedro arrives via U.S.S. Chaumont AP-5 & U.S.S. Oglala CM-4. June 21, 1937 honorably discharged from the U.S. Navy with the rating of Matt1c. His conduct has been 4.0 since 1929. His proficiency in rating has been a mark of 35 to 38. June 22, 1937 re-enlists in the U.S. Navy and rated Matt1c. Matt Department - Bureau of Navigation endorsement follows up June 30. July 22, 1937 Pedro is transferred to the Transport U.S.S. Chaumont AP-5 & 'Placed in crew' July 28th. September 9, 1937 the 'Chaumont' is in Shanghai, China where Japanese & Chinese forces have been engaged in heavy combat. Late December 1937 'Chaumont' is in U.S. waters. Several stops on both coasts and Hawaii. December 21, 1938 Pedro transfers to Receiving Ship, San Francisco, & then on to the Heavy Cruiser U.S.S. Astoria CA-34 two days later.
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Pedro's service entry shows he was transferred from the 'Indianapolis' & the scout plane squadron VS-11-S (assigned to the Indy)to the battleship U.S.S. New Mexico BB-40 March 11, 1937. This assignment was typical of his previous two battleship service tours, about two to three months in length. He was soon transferred to the receiving station Cavite, P.I. May 18, 1937.
Best Moment
Qualified Swimmer 3rd class. On his way home.
Worst Moment
Unknown
Chain of Command
Pedro's rate was Mess Attendant 1st Class or Matt1c. Whether that meant he was a 1st Class P.O., I have no idea. To me 1st class is 1st class, so that is why I posted his insignia as I have. They did things different back then.
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From what I can determine from Pedro's record, his 2nd enlistment was nearing the end. Having not reenlisted while aboard his previous command, he was transferred to U.S.S. Oglala CM-4 possibly from either U.S.S. New Mexico BB-40 or U.S.S. Chaumont AP-5. Either way, Pedro went back to the Philippines, and reported to the receiving station there. His record shows he sailed via U.S.S. Chaumont AP-5 & U.S.S. Oglala CM-4. The journey took about a month, as the record shows, his last entry on U.S.S. New Mexico as May 18th, and reporting to Cavite as June 19th, 1937. A special notation shows he qualified as a swimmer 3rd class while aboard the 'Oglala'. Pedro reenlisted while at Cavite.
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Pedro's service aboard 'Indianapolis' began June 30, 1935. He was then a Matt3c. July 10, 1935 at sea Pedro extended his enlistment for 2 more years. July 29, 1935 Pedro was advanced in rate to Matt2c. November 24, 1936 Matt2c Llantada became a 'Shellback'. His service entry states 'Crossed the Equater at Long. 37 deg. 17 min. enroute to the Inter-American Conference at Buenos Aires, Argentina with the President of the United States embarked'. This was President Franklin D. Roosevelt. December 1, 1936 Pedro advanced again to Matt1c. December 26, 1936 Pedro was transferred to VS-11-S, a scout plane unit assigned to the 'Indianapolis'. March 11, 1937 Pedro transferred to the Battleship 'New Mexico'.
Criteria The Navy Good Conduct Medal (NGCM) is a decoration presented by the United States Navy to recognize members who have completed three years of honorable service. Medals awarded before January 1, 1996 r... The Navy Good Conduct Medal (NGCM) is a decoration presented by the United States Navy to recognize members who have completed three years of honorable service. Medals awarded before January 1, 1996 required four years of service. MoreHide
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Service Certificate simply states Good Conduct Medal received Oct. 4, 1935.
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Pedro Llantada's rating is listed as Matt3c. Just prior to reporting to the 'Farragut', Pedro completed his BuNav Educational course for the rating of Mess Attendant, and was certified with a 3.0 mark. The entry is dated as April 20, 1934 at Receiving Ship, New York, N.Y. Pedro was transferred from USS Portland CA 33 'for duty fitting out USS Farragut'. He served aboard from June 30, 1934 to June 14, 1935, date of transfer to USS Indianapolis CA 35. During Pedro's service on the 'Farragut', he was 'Examined and qualified for rating of Matt2c, with mark of 3.55'.
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Pedro's rate is listed as Matt3c. He was on temporary duty to this battleship from June 30, 1931 to Aug. 26, 1931. Midshipmen cruise. Pedro reported back for a second midshipmen cruise with the 'Wyoming' June 30, 1932 to July 26, 1932.
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Pedro's actual rate was Matt3c as per his service certificate. Pedro sailed aboard the battleship 'Florida' to Germany on temporary duty. This was a midshipmen cruise that lasted from June 30, 1930 to August 29, 1930. The ship was photographed at Kiel, Germany.
There is no report aboard date in Pedro's record, only a transfer date off the ship given as March 14. 1944. In fact there is a out of sequence entry after his transfer from the Destroyer 'Lea' of 4/18/41, that shows Pedro was assigned to Hedron FAW-14 June 23, 1944. From 9/1/44 to 3/14/44, there are no more entries in Pedro's record. While on board the 'Knapp' however Pedro's rating is OCk1c with 4.0 conduct, and F.Virden entered as his C.O. With few exceptions, almost all previous entries have a name typed in the C.O. section and signed by that person. This entry had no signature. But then again, there was a war going on in the Pacific where the 'Knapp' was assigned, so the gaps in Pedro's record is understandable. In any case Pedro transferred to Hedron FAW-14 with a mailing address given as FPO San Francisco, Ca. Once again his enlistment was expiring.