Dad on Kodiak Island

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Dad on Kodiak Island

During the Korean War, There was a danger that the USSR would attack the USA across the Bering Strait. The US Navy was stationed there as a first line of defense. After serving in WW2, Dad re-enlisted to serve his country again in the Korean War. Here he is on Kodiak Island Alaska. It must be summer because there is grass growing.

Date & Place: July 8, 1949

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Clayton E White born Jul 24, 1926

Clayton E White was born on July 24, 1926. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Clayton E White.

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Marylou Kirshon

My Dad, Clayton E. White was the ship's photographer on the USS Dade in WW2. He also drove amphibious vehicles and had other duties as well. I grew up looking at his picture of the Battles of Coral Sea, Leyte Gulf, Okinawa, and of China and Occupied Japan. These are some of my favorites.

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