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Letter of Inquiry Regarding William Kenworthy and His Family of York County, Pa., and North Carolina
Author: Letter of Inquiry (1953) Containing Some Data on Henry Weist (Revolutionary War Soldier) of York County, Pa., Baltimore County, Maryland and Switzerland County, Indiana
Author: Charles Wellons of Johnston County, North Carolina
Author: Vivian Mayo BundyPublisher:
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Category : Johnston County (N.C.)
Languages : en
Pages : 424
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John Wellons (ca.1706-ca.1778) immigrated from England to York County, Virginia. Charles Wellons (ca.1739-1804), a son, lived in Southamp- ton County, Virginia. Descendants and relatives lived in Virginia, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina and elsewhere.
The Watkins Family Of North Carolina, Particularly Enumerating Those Descendants Of Levin Watkins Of Duplin County, N.C., Who Emigrated To Alabama And Mississippi Early In The Nineteenth Century
Author: William B. WatkinsPublisher: Alpha Edition
ISBN: 9789354411793
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Languages : en
Pages : 184
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This book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. So that the book is never forgotten we have represented this book in a print format as the same form as it was originally first published. Hence any marks or annotations seen are left intentionally to preserve its true nature.
The Watkins Family of North Carolina
Author: William Bismarck WatkinsPublisher:
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Languages : en
Pages : 85
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Grave Misfortune: The USS Indianapolis Tragedy
Author: Richard A. HulverPublisher: Government Printing Office
ISBN: 016095021X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 438
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Dedicated to the Sailors and Marines who lost their lives on the final voyage of USS Indianapolis and to those who survived the torment at sea following its sinking. plus the crews that risked their lives in rescue ships. The USS Indianapolis (CA-35) was a decorated World War II warship that is primarily remembered for her worst 15 minutes. . This ship earned ten (10) battle stars for her service in World War II and was credited for shooting down nine (9) enemy planes. However, this fame was overshadowed by the first 15 minutes July 30, 1945, when she was struck by two (2) torpedoes from Japanese submarine I-58 and sent to the bottom of the Philippine Sea. The sinking of Indianapolis and the loss of 880 crew out of 1,196 --most deaths occurring in the 4-5 day wait for a rescue delayed --is a tragedy in U.S. naval history. This historical reference showcases primary source documents to tell the story of Indianapolis, the history of this tragedy from the U.S. Navy perspective. It recounts the sinking, rescue efforts, follow-up investigations, aftermath and continuing communications efforts. Included are deck logs to better understand the ship location when she sunk and testimony of survivors and participants. For additional historical publications produced by the U.S. Naval History and Heritage Command, please check out these resources here: https://bookstore.gpo.gov/agency/naval-history-heritage-command Year 2016 marked the 71st anniversary of the sinking and another spike in public attention on the loss -- including a big screen adaptation of the story, talk of future films, documentaries, and planned expeditions to locate the wreckage of the warship.
Integration of the Armed Forces, 1940-1965
Author: Morris J. MacGregorPublisher: Government Printing Office
ISBN: 9780160019258
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 672
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CMH Pub 50-1-1. Defense Studies Series. Discusses the evolution of the services' racial policies and practices between World War II and 1965 during the period when black servicemen and women were integrated into the Nation's military units.
Reminiscences of Levi Coffin, the Reputed President of the Underground Railroad
Author: Levi CoffinPublisher:
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Category : Fugitive slaves
Languages : en
Pages : 796
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Pearl Harbor
Author: Homer N. WallinPublisher:
ISBN: 9780898755657
Category : Pearl Harbor (Hawaii), Attack on, 1941
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Pearl Harbor will long stand out in mens minds as an example of the results of basic unpreparedness of a peace loving nation, of highly efficient treacherous surprise attack and of the resulting unification of America into a single tidal wave of purpose to victory. Therefore, all will be interested in this unique narrative by Admiral Wallin. The Navy has long needed a succinct account of the salvage operations at Pearl Harbor that miraculously resurrected what appeared to be a forever shattered fleet. Admiral Wallin agreed to undertake the job. He was exactly the right man for it _ in talent, in perception, and in experience. He had served intimately with Admiral Nimitz and with Admiral Halsey in the South Pacific, has commanded three different Navy Yards, and was a highly successful Chief of the Bureau of Ships. On 7 December 1941 the then Captain Wallin was serving at Pearl Harbor. He witnessed the events of that shattering and unifying "Day of Infamy." His mind began to race at high speeds at once on the problems and means of getting the broken fleet back into service for its giant task. Unless the United States regained control of the sea, even greater disaster loomed. Without victory at sea, tyranny soon would surely rule all Asia and Europe. In a matter of time it would surely rule the Americas. Captain Wallin salvaged most of the broken Pearl Harbor fleet that went on to figure prominently in the United States Navys victory. So the account he masterfully tells covers what he masterfully accomplished. The United States owes him an unpayable debt for this high service among many others in his long career.
History of York County, Pennsylvania
Author: George Reeser ProwellPublisher:
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Category : York County (Pa.)
Languages : en
Pages : 1312
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