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Henry Santos Coffua

USN (2044760). American

Born  8 Jul 1924West Warwick, RI
Died  12 Apr 2016(91)Westerly, RI

Roster information listed for Henry Santos Coffua


ShipTypeRank / roleAttacked onBoat
John Carter RoseSteam merchantGunner’s Mate Third Class8 Oct 1942U-201 (1)

Personal information

Son of Joseph S. and Luntina M. Coffua, of West Warwick, RI. After surviving the sinking of John Carter Rose in October 1942 he served aboard USS Onslow (AVP 48). Henry joined the US Army after the and rose to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in Air Defense Artillery until his retirement.

Crew list for Ships hit by U-boats