USS Idaho (Battleship #42) BB-42
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3.
Apr. 2, 2007

I was sent the link to the MaritimeQuest website in regard to a post from a family member that served on the USS Idaho. I just wanted to let you know of www.ussidaho.com , a tribute site to the men who served on the USS Idaho. You may add a link to your site if you wish.

Thanks.
David Roye


2.
April 1, 2007

My dad was on the Idaho in the 43-44’ time frame. I have an old picture I can scan (and repair) of his group. He was a boatswain’s mate, there are several sailors in the picture and may be of interest to someone.

Regards,
Mike Swift

Crewmen on the USS Idaho BB-42 in 1943-1944.


1.
Feb. 7, 2007

My father, Herbert H. Baker, served on the Idaho during WWII. While in the Navy, he reached the rank of Lieutenant JG. I believe that he worked with radar (a new thing back then) in the Navy. He died many years ago (1973) in my youth.

Now, as I have grown older and more appreciated of history, I wish I could have asked him all about his service on the Idaho. I do recall him mentioning a Kamikaze attack that damaged the the bow of the ship. BTW, the Wikipedia write up on the BB42 is good reading.

Sincerely,
Doug Baker
Tumwater, WA



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