Crew list of Ships hit by U-boats
Robert Morrison McKellar
USNR (103355). American
| Born | 7 Mar 1920 | Provincetown, MA | |
| Died | 16 Jan 1956 | (35) |
Roster information listed for Robert Morrison McKellar
| Ship | Type | Rank / role | Attacked on | Boat | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | USS YP-389 | A/S trawler | Ensign | 19 Jun 1942 | U-701 |
Personal information
Husband of Mary J. McKellar, of Seattle, WA. Robert M. McKellar was the Engineering Officer aboard USS YP-389 when she was sunk by U-701 in June 1942. He later served as Lieutenant aboard USS Baya (SS 318) in the Pacific and became Lieutenant Commander after the war. Participated in the Korean War (1952-54) as XO aboard USS Trathen (DD 530), was later promoted to Commander and received command of his own destroyer.