Crew list of Ships hit by U-boats
Earl William Grinstead
USN (3007826). American
| Born | 19 Apr 1924 | Gary, IN | |
| Died | 13 Oct 1973 | (49) | Charleston, SC |
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Roster information listed for Earl William Grinstead
| Ship | Type | Rank / role | Attacked on | Boat | |
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 | USS Tasker H. Bliss (AP 42) | Troop transport | Seaman Second Class | 12 Nov 1942 | U-130 (1) |
Personal information
Earl William Grinstead was born as the eldest son of William Gustave Lux Grinstead and Nell Kish Grinstead. He enlisted in the US Navy on 30 January 1942 and was assigned to USS Tasker H. Bliss, which was sunk by U-130 on 12 November 1942. He survived the sinking and later served aboard the escort carrier USS Charger and the light carrier USS Bataan. After the war he remained in the US Navy and eventually retired as a BMSC after spending 26 years in the service.
Sources
- Personal communication