Crew list of Ships hit by U-boats
Bruce W. Edens
USNR (5601669). American
| Born | 7 Nov 1920 | Big Chimney, Kanawha Co., WV | |
| Died | 13 Oct 1943 | (22) |
Roster information listed for Bruce W. Edens
| Ship | Type | Rank / role | Attacked on | Boat | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | USS Bristol (DD 453) | Destroyer | Machinist’s Mate Third Class | 13 Oct 1943 (+) | U-371 (1) |
Personal information
According to his relatives, Bruce W. Edens was not scheduled to be on duty in the engine room, but was called to report only 5 minutes before the ship was hit by a torpedo.
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