Oral History Interview with Roy Davenport, February 1, 1979
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The National Museum of the Pacific War presents a monologue with Rear Admiral Roy Davenport. Davenport describes in detail his experiences as the executive office on the 4th war patrol of USS Silversides (SS-236). He describes coming under a depth charge attack and witnessing an emergency appendectomy. Davenport also details an incident where a torpedo became stuck during an attack on Japanese ships. He was then given command of USS Haddock (SS-231) and details sinking several ships near Truk. …
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Date:
February 1, 1979
Creator:
Davenport, Roy
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National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation