Crew list of Ships hit by U-boats
Clay Knox Dyer
USNR (6401758). American
| Born | 22 Jun 1923 | Marshall County, TN | |
| Died | 3 Apr 2007 | (83) | Cornersville, TN |
Roster information listed for Clay Knox Dyer
| Ship | Type | Rank / role | Attacked on | Boat | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | USS Leedstown (AP 73) | Troop transport | Seaman First Class | 9 Nov 1942 | U-331 (1) |
Personal information
Clay Knox Dyer was injured in the sinking of USS Leedstown, spent about 13 hours in the water before being rescued and was eventually transferred to Bethesda Naval Hospital. After a period of convalescence he joined USS Iowa (BB 61), serving aboard the battleship until the war ended.
Sources
- Personal communication