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McCormick, Montrose Graham, LCDR.
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Casualty Info
Home Town San Diego
Last Address Pasadena, California
Casualty Date Apr 19, 1945
Cause Non Hostile- Died Other Causes
Reason Air Loss, Crash - Sea
Location Australia
Conflict World War II
Location of Interment U.S. Naval Academy Cemetery and Columbarium (VLM) - Annapolis, Maryland
Wall/Plot Coordinates Cenotaph Only - Secton 3, Lot 0321-B
Other Memories Mac, Mongoose, Monty
In spite of many likeable qualities, Monty has been notoriously unsuccessful as a hitch-hiker, but no doubt from this lack of success comes his never-say-die spirit. Cheerful and persevering, he has many accomplishments to his credit in extra-curricular activities. However, it's easy to tell his favorite activity on a happy week-end. His sincere and tireless efforts toward getting the most out of life (Goethe was apparently influenced by McCormick in forming his philosophy) are only enhanced by his enthusiasm for the companionship of a charming girl. In the trouble and turmoil of this world, Mongoose can always be counted on to see the brighter side. We hope he will always be around to cheer us up. Reef Points 3, 2, 1; Assistant Editor 1; Log 4, 3, 2, 1; New Editor 1; N.A.C.A. Council, Vice-President 1; Stage Gang 2, 1; Property Manager 1; Press Detail 2, 1; Christmas Card Committee 2, 1; Glee Club 2, 1; Musical Club Show 2, 1; Quarterdeck 4, 3, 2, 1; Naval Orders Prize 4; 2 Stripes.
