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Jacob Besier

Merchant Navy. Dutch

Born  10 Dec 1908Den Helder
Died  25 Mar 1942(33)

Roster information listed for Jacob Besier


ShipTypeRank / roleAttacked onBoat
OcanaMotor tankerMaster25 Mar 1942 (+)U-552 (1)

Personal information

He was rescued by USS Mayo after the sinking of Ocana, but died aboard shortly afterwards and was buried at St. John's, Newfoundland.

Crew list for Ships hit by U-boats