Wendell Gray Switzer, USN
| Born | 30 Sep 1898 | ||
| Died | 1970 | (71) |
| Ranks
Decorations |
Warship Commands listed for Wendell Gray Switzer, USN
| Ship | Rank | Type | From | To |
| USS Tangier (AV 8) | T/Capt. | Seaplane tender | 1 Sep 1942 | 27 Aug 1943 |
| USS Tripoli (CVE 64) | T/Capt. | Escort carrier | 31 Oct 1943 | 20 Jul 1944 |
| USS Wasp (ii) (CV 18) | T/Capt. | Aircraft Carrier | 7 Jun 1945 | 4 Mar 1946 |
Career information
Last command was Jacksonville Air Station Florida. Retired 1959 after a 39 year career.
Events related to this officer
Escort carrier USS Tripoli (CVE 64)
6 Nov 1943
Originally named DIDRICKSON BAY, the ship was renamed TRIPOLI on November 6, 1943 (1)
Sources
- Personal communication
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