Crew list of Ships hit by U-boats
John Archibald Earle
USN (8391642). American
| Born | 3 Dec 1924 |
Roster information listed for John Archibald Earle
| Ship | Type | Rank / role | Attacked on | Boat | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | USS Barr (DE 576) | Destroyer escort | Fire Controlman Third Class | 29 May 1944 | U-549 (1) |
Personal information
John Archibald Earle served in the US Navy from 13 February 1943 to his honorable discharge on 6 March 1946. He was a fire control man aboard USS Barr and survived when she was torpedoed. After the war he attended several of the Block Island reunions, including one where the commander of U-549 attended.
Sources
- Personal communication
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