Crew list of Ships hit by U-boats
Charles Nance Major
USNR (96718). American
| Born | 24 Feb 1915 | Richmond, VA | |
| Died | 27 Feb 1942 | (27) |
Roster information listed for Charles Nance Major
| Ship | Type | Rank / role | Attacked on | Boat | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | R.P. Resor | Steam tanker | Ensign | 27 Feb 1942 (+) | U-578 (1) |
Personal information
Husband of Margaret Roper Major, of Richmond, VA. Charles enlisted in the USNR on 1 August 1940. Following training in USS Arkansas and in Midshipman’s School at Chicago, he was commissioned Ensign on 14 March 1941. He served in USS Leary from April until December when he reported to Norfolk for duty in the 5th Naval District. On 9 February 1942 he reported to the Armed Guard Center at New York City for duty in R.P. Resor.
The destroyer escort USS Major was named after him, sponsored by his widow.
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