The puncturing of your gas tanks is not usually the cause for explosion. Keep the rounds disassembled whenever possible. The Higgins boats which were built by Higgins Industries in New Orleans, Louisiana, were 78-foot boats of thePT 71class. If any unusual growths or barnacles or "animals" are found report it to sick bay. Oil buffers on both guns should be closely teamed for synchronized firing. These boats are of the PT 9-19 series. Torpedo Tools: Keep these tools in plain view and within reach of the torpedoes. Link Your job is to operate engines according to the instruction books. Make a receptacle or canvas cover for the bridge phones and mikes for they are most likely to become wet. If a hot run cannot be stopped, run to the bow of the boat. Page 394/395. Other signal devices can be stowed here. Bullnose.-The bullnose is used to run your lines through when at anchor, moored alongside another boat, or when moored alongside a dock. Polmar, Norman and Samuel Loring Morison. 4. 6. gun in looks and operation. A near miss showered the boat with shrapnel that slightly wounded two of the crew. Garbage disposal appears to be a simple procedure on a PT but there are rules. Wooden-hulled, 80 feet long with a 20-foot, 8-inch beam, the Elco PT boats had three 12-cylinder Packard gasoline engines generating a total of 4,500 horsepower for a designed speed of 41 knots. Protect it against dirt and water. Originally conceived as antiship weapons, PTs were publicly, but erroneously, credited with sinking Japanese warships during the early months after Pearl Harbor. Sewing kit. As mentioned, 199 total Higgins 78-foot boats were eventually built and these included designations PT-71 . Link PT 9-19 series Title: Navy PT Boats of Motor Torpedo Boat Squadron Two Caption: Departing the Washington Navy Yard DC circa December 1940 or January 1941. The crew had always said (from day one) that she was cut in half, the pilot of that PBY reported half of an upturned boat on a reef, Evans reported wreckage on a reef that was approximately 40 feet in length (1/2 of 80 feet). Auxiliary Ships 63 Anderson (DD411). Swift Boats quickly proved to be the perfect fit for the type of warfare underway on the rivers and along the coast. 3. In preparing a "fully ready" torpedo for firing, the following steps must be taken: If the launching gear fails, but the torpedo starts we have what is known as a "hot run on deck." Learn your recognition procedure cold. Johnson, Frank D.United States PT Boats of World War II in Action. They each received the Silver Star under General Order No. They are lightweight equipment and not designed to be used as dinghies. All three men served under Kennedy later on the PT-59. Some PTs later received rocket launchers. You never know when your enunciators will go haywire. Huckins was but a small manufacturer, and built only 18 examples for use in rear areas only, such as the Panama Canal Zone. This will prevent the raft from drifting away. Keep your hair dry, that is, don't jump into the water, just slide in. In temperate zones and especially in the Tropics any food particles left about will attract insects and bugs. There is a schedule of inspection set up which if followed will save trouble. Inspect the pipe carefully, especially after your boat has been in commission over 8 months. Oiled or greased cartridges should not be fired. Head.-Use it right. The galley stove with all its attachments and source of power must be known by everyone. 5. It is the first step in killing the enemy. Take a sounding before dropping the hook (anchor). Through the Mindoro Strait, with a brief stop at Cuyo Islands west of Panay, and a near run-in with a Japanese cruiser west of Negros, PT-41 and accompanying PT boats delivered MacArthur and his family to Cagayan, Mindanao, Philippine Islands. The whistle and reflector are useful in signaling. Transmissions over VHF have gone 400 to 500 miles beyond the horizon. Many boats received ad-hoc refits at advanced bases, mounting such light guns as Army Air Forces 37mm aircraft guns and even Japanese 23mm guns. Not assigned to the PT-109 but went along on final mission. Do not overwork your boat by useless jockeying. Practice your signalling (semaphore and blinker). It is a place for work and play. The boats can fit inside the well deck of LHD, LPD and LSD class amphibious warfare ships. Incidents mentioned above are not so common as the infections that can be acquired from swimming in tropical waters. Then if separated each can strike in the proper direction. So you see it's really very important, for it contributes to the living comforts which are all too few in the Area. Oil and paint cans have been known to jam the steering at critical moments. So, after you've trained your eyes on the Japs, train your eyes on your boat structure. Starboard side. The latter contains a wealth of information and is well illustrated. A knife should always be carried on your person. Docked beyond the PT boats are USS POTOMAC (AG-25) and CUYAHOGA (AG-26). 9. PT boats were the perfect weapons to act in the role of barge busters. Maybe if you knew that "Ace" Eddie Rickenbacker greased and fitted every shell before he ever fired, you would begin to look on your gun, drills, and routine checks as your best friends. Don't give away this advantage by having dirty, wet, or shattered binoculars. Also bear in mind that finding and destroying the enemy is more important than a hot pot of Joe. Whooping along at 2500 rpm when there is no need for it is slap happy operation. "A taut ship is a happy ship," but there is no ship that will become "untaut" quicker than a PT if you neglect her. Off the coasts of Africa, Italy and France, the crew fights against the constant bombardment by German forces as the seas become a d This little booklet is to help you achieve that one purpose. USS Amberjack (SS 522) Crew List The table below contains the names of sailors who served aboard the USS Amberjack (SS 522). Wash your clothes frequently. You invite Hirohito to a duck dinner and he ends up cooking his own goose. If your magazines have been in use a long time, it is wise to pull out a few rounds before loading, but be sure you still have on the full tension. 19. Useful thinking can earn you a rate. Keep plenty of slack in all mooring lines. The gunners are gradually being forced out, but it still is the ideal place for stowage of gun barrels and other spares, as well as for small arms. Don't be careless. Sure, it's a big word and it means plenty. Games will help to pass the hours. Above, you see PT-191, an eighty-foot Elco PT-103 Class boat, of the original production series. This fire-fighting apparatus combines foam with water, thus making it an ideal smotherer of any type fire. Later boats mounted one 40mm gun and four torpedo launching racks. Put one in your life jacket. Megaphone: Keep it handy and ready for shouting orders or for listening for planes and other craft. PT boat crews were significantly different than crews of steel warships of the US Navy. 9, "Give me a fast ship, for I intend to go into harm's way. A well-painted deck usually will keep it dry. During that period, they fired 354 torpedoes, claiming 38 vessels totaling 23,700 tons sunk. The bulk of the PT boats built were 78 or 80 feet long (Figure 5). It is possible, though, for both to be disabled at the same time and both must evacuate. Gun.-To the "Barge Hunters" this is a fondly loved gun. Prevent it by wearing ear plugs and by drying out your ears completely after coming out. I'm looking for sources for crewmen for my 1/24 sclae PT Boat. Study our planes and ships and those of the enemy. Always keep recognition gear ready and in reach. Like every man-o'-war, a PT is made for only one purpose: To Meet the Enemy and Destroy Him When assembled and lying about and ignited, the results would probably be tragic. Good results have been had with a ratio of 1 AP and 3 HE. Osceola WI: MBI Publishing Co., 1999. The crew of the 109 also found themselves on patrol in and around the remote islands serving as lookouts for the larger more formidable Japanese destroyers and cruisers that may attempt to attack US warships or US Marines on beach heads in the New Georgia-Rendova area. 8. Remember, maintenance is much easier than overhaul and repair! Like Commander K. did one night. Ventilate your feet, expose them to the sun's rays occasionally. The listing that follows is not complete but it does give a good basis for packing your sea bag, though not all the gear listed is essential. Soap box for soap (good to keep cigarettes dry). After the fall of the Philippine Islands, they continued to play important roles in the Pacific War, and were the centerpieces of a propaganda campaign. The U-shaped connection should be facing up and the safety catch must be on the outboard side. These checks cannot be made from the engine-room hatch. Chun, Victor. "Bucky" Harris, William Johnston, Andrew Jackson Kirksey, John E. Maguire, Harold William Marney, Edman Edgar Mauer, Patrick H. "Pappy" McMahon,Ray L. Starkey and Gerard E. Zinser. Salt water corrodes the cases and moisture can make your primers useless. US Navy PtBoat Crew pack ww2 USN1. Water on any naval vessel is valuable. Also your most important chartroom equipment needs the steady and reliable source of current it puts out. Don't forget, a cold drain tube is usually the best indication of a leaking fuel pump seal. So, keep them handy and ready. Traffic through the chart house should be held to a minimum. For inquiries about military records for members of the World War II armed forces, please see our FAQ. Think of yourself and your shipmates. It is beyond the scope of the publication to discuss the tactical use of PTs, yet such an important phase of PTs mission cannot be overlooked. Three hundred and thirty men died during WWII . You may be carrying an aquarium around and not know it except that your boat will be slow and loggy. It aids you in night vision. Ron 22 was part of Operation Dragoon, the invasion of Southern France on August 15, 1944. Inspect your mask regularly for defects. CO2 Release: For the Lux fire-extinguishing system. Oil for cleaning can be either 2110 or 2190. Please refrain from using strong language. Books on geography are surprisingly interesting. It is never safe to attempt the stopping of a hot deck run. The interested reader, that is, those who are supposed to know this phase of PT operation are referred to the excellent publication, MTB Current Tactical Orders and Doctrine, 1945, U. S. F. (Confidential). Megaphone communication between boats in a section should be used to minimize radio transmissions. Once an extinguisher's seal is broken it should not be trusted for future use. - 60,000-64,000 men were said to have served on PT Boats. The squadron acted as a diversionary force in Gulf Juan, and as an anti-E-boat screen in the Nice-Cannes area. See, feel, and think about every piece of equipment on the boat. Do not use it to wash out cuts or sores. ww2dbaseBefore the war, at the Philippine Islands, General Douglas MacArthur was an advocate of PT boats. A brush full of paint today will keep disintegration away tomorrow. A song session is always welcome under a South Sea moon. So also on a PT which is often based on an island with no fresh-water supply. Check your frequencies often and calibrate properly. Details on the boat's construction are given on page 357, MTB Manual, 1943. It is the joy and comfort of every boat in off-patrol hours. Patrol torpedo boats were fast, heavily armed ships used for cutting enemy supply lines. Be sure all breakages in your bonding system are repaired. You are burning out the clutch throw-out collar. For the Naval Institute reprints see OCLC 10036394, OCLC 10036390, OCLC 10036385 and OCLC 11099658. It will not protect you from smoke or carbon monoxide, or any oxygen-deficient area. T.P.-2, Pointers On Turbine Operation 18. Some of the latest engine operation dope can be obtained from the "Bureau of Ships News Letter-Motor Torpedo Boats" which appears at irregular intervals. Next, this PT Boat operated from Dreger Harbor (Dregerhaffen), Mios Woendi, Morotai, Zamboanga and Tawi Tawi. Remove the ogre and replace with new wood and plenty of wood preservative. So don't gripe if the galley must be secured to give the needed juice to the radio equipment. Always swim in pairs. Stow your mask in a dry place away from excessive heat. The guns must fire when you want them. 3. 1. Torpedo Director: Can be used as a pelorus for taking relative bearings as well as for its primary use. In any case, never stick your nose or fingers into the breech. ww2dbaseDuring the Solomon Islands Campaign, "Green Dragons" and "Devil Boats", as nicknamed by the Japanese, were deployed against larger warships, but performance was not impressive largely due to faulty American torpedoes and modern destroyers' capability to fight small incoming craft. per ft., thus 50 feet of safety fuse gives you about 25 minutes to get away. You'll learn to count on "cookie. Surprisingly, 43 PT Boats were lost due to accidents, friendly fire, or sea conditions. Two light coats are better than one heavy coat, and that goes double for the bottom paint, too. US Navy PT Boat Lists The "Mosquito Boats" of WWII These lists, generously provided by Steve Laroe, detail the famous PT Boats of the WWII era. And remember, you are not the only pebble on the beach. Sense of Duty. 3. The secret of keeping healthy in the tropics is primarily, be clean! Speed losses up to 15 knots have been reported as a result of foul bottoms. You will learn to depend on it. This disease appears generally on the feet (between the toes) at first. Learn how to use it. Second, it is to showcase This will hold no great danger while the engine is running; but when the engine is secured, gas will seep into the crankcase which may cause explosion and fire when you next start the engine. It's usually allowed to hang over the side to soak out. These demons of the deep can be used against both surface craft and subs. It means PT Doctrine-the "red hot" dope about the boats for Y-O-U from those who know. In particular, stay well clear of river deltas. Open valve wide (3 full turns) when in operation. Rubber plugs are also very helpful for jagged holes in the stacks, exhaust manifolds, and other lines carrying water, oil, and gasoline. Some of them carried atypical weapons and equipment such as aircraft automatic cannon, radar, or rocket launchers. It always helps to note that your boat is far superior to anything near its size. This provides the builders specifications for PT 565-624. Index: Pictures of United States Navy Ships 1775-1941 Index by Ship Name AA1 (SS52), renamed T1. Demolition outfits should be on each boat. Gunnery Locker.-This is a spacious tubby hole located about amidships. Washington: Naval Historical Division, 1962. The day room is usually taken over by the engineers. You must nurse it and be considerate of your engines if you want the best out of them in emergencies. Kennedy's original crew also included Maurice L. Kowal, Edmund T. Drewitch and Leon E. Drawdy. 3. "No Smoking Signs" always remind you that you need a smoke very much. She's wearing a variation of the camouflage scheme known as Measure 31/5P. 1. If you ever spill any gasoline overboard while fueling or during any other work don't even think of starting your engines, main or auxiliary, until the boat is towed away from that spot or until the wind and the sea dissipate the gasoline. Everyone wears a jacket on patrol. She's seen here as she appeared while she operated in the Philippines in 1944/45. Everyone should know where the important switches are, such as for the radio, galley, refrigerator, main feed, etc. After the war, most of them were decommissioned and destroyed. They are distinguished by the color of their cores. From captured Japanese documents, it is clear that our glasses are better than theirs. 7. In this online version of the manual we have attempted to keep the flavor of the original layout while taking advantage Life on a PT boat during wartime could be perilous, and with a small crew of 14 to 17 men under one's command, leading by example and being willing to take . "Know Your PT Boat," July 1945, was created very near the end of WW II to use as an introduction to PT Boats for crews' in training. The list follows, in the raw: 12 sets underwear. Like any engine, machine, or apparatus, the equipment in the charthouse was made to be operated. Emphasis is placed on items which will add to your safety, cleanliness, comfort, and well-being. T.P.-1, Pointers on Boiler Operation See your educational officer or write to the USAFI (U. S. Armed Forces Institute), Madison, Wisconsin. Holes cut in marine shoes and in sneakers have helped numerous such cases. Its limited range of visibility makes it ideal for night work. ww2dbaseIn Bulkeley's words, the PT boats were made "to roar in, let fly a Sunday punch, and then get the hell out, zigging to dodge the shells." Like the bullnose, never allow it to get loose. Knowing how to start the engines and generator is another all-around job for everyone. Cockpit Scupper: Do not sweep dirt down this drain. Electrolysis will eat holes in the pipe carrying salt water to the head. Detail Specifications For Building Motor Torpedo Boats, 1944. Learn all the charthouse jobs of the other rates. A rocket round when assembled is self-propulsive, and if accidentally ignited will attain its full velocity and the fuse will arm in less than one second. Keep those guns in shape by learning your drills and routines now. This is important knowledge for everyone on the boat. A dirty engine or engine room is usually the sign of a lax engineer, and soon results in failure of the equipment. When a jam occurs, souse the breech and barrel. Take your shoes and socks off at least every 24 hours. 16. Unedited photocopies copies of the complete manual are available directly from PT Boats Inc. Sun glasses. PT-109 was an 80 ft (24 m), 40-ton Elco motor torpedo boat (MTB), one of hundreds built by the firm between 1942 and 1945 in Bayonne, New Jersey. Accidents can and do happen. Keep binoculars in good shape. Know your enemy and your friends. Correct loading is very important. tracer. 1. Pies, cookies, and cakes flow from this modernistic kitchen if you've got a happy cook. Torpedoman. ww2dbasePT boat crews were significantly different than crews of steel warships of the US Navy. Several of the boats then decided to put armor plate about the refrigerator. 7. You boat's speed depends to a great extent on the bottom condition. Your dividers are to pick off distances with and not to prick holes in the charts. A small hole" will be enough to allow a little gas to spurt out, create fumes and consequently an explosion and fire. Below decks is accessible through several other hatches. Ignorance is no excuse. This space is also a good spot in which to stow canned goods and your spare anchor, as well as spare soap and toilet tissue. Keep the sound phones in good shape. After every possible effort to save your boat has failed, your first duty is to complete your destruction bill. The case may arise where any officer or man aboard will have to fire torpedos and handle them on deck. Engines, like men, need air. Jason Y. Of plywood and mahogany construction, a PT is light yet strong, lightly armored yet strongly armed. 11. It is desirable that the rack be exercised and inspected by competent personnel weekly. It is not reliable at all times. Also, if a vessel has a permanent crew with a commanding officer assigned, it is more than likely a ship. Holes in the stacks will pour water into this compartment. Camouflage it. Most popular community and official content for the past week. When you have your own boat your GQ Station will be well known to you, so there is no need to rehearse the various positions. Rides are offered only on Saturday with limited availability. Knife. Sneakers and moccasins. Aside from the usual preparation and care of a 20-mm., the following are helpful hints: 1. Keep loose gear-such as oil cans-clear of rudders and steering gear. Search Light: Be sure the "safety", provided in the circuit, is in good condition and is in the "off" position except when in use (to preclude accidental lighting). Transmission security for both radios is greatly enhanced by the use of follow-the leader tactics, basic formations, and courses established before leaving the base, and prearranged rendezvous points and times if the boats get separated. 2. By the last patrol on the night of April 28, 1945, American PT boats had been fighting in the coastal waters of North Africa, Italy, and France for two years. 5. Watertight Hatches.-Hatches must be dogged down. The torpedoman should know his torpedo and launching gear thoroughly; but do not depend on him alone. To keep meat, your refrigerator must be in top shape. The scratching irritation is terrific and the raw sores created by scratching are excellent entry spots for other foreign bacteria causing serious complications. The deck of the cockpit should be kept clean. A bit of advice about the cook. near a torpedo when it starts this hot run will have a period of three or four seconds in which he may stop it. Preparations for those already having the infection are available at sick bay. T.P.-5, Hang On To Your Line Poole, UK: Blandford Press, 1980. As a rule your boat will be fairly close to land if you meet disaster on a reef, from shore guns, plane bombing, or naval gunnery. The gunner and loader who drill in the daylight with their eyes closed are doing a wise thing. ** Cartoon Removed From Web Version By Editor. He needs help at meal time. seldom jams of itself. Malaria is the chief threat to your health not only in the area but in later life. Keep your vessel well painted. Have a drip pan properly placed or the meat juices will leak into the bilges and in a week you'll be accused of carrying a dead Jap around in your bilges. The patrol boat is armed with two remotely controlled and stabilised MK-38 Mod2 25mm machine gun systems, small arms mounts and six crew-served 50-calibre machine guns. You have the best equipment available. It is a necessity in tying down the boat awning while at anchor. These boats earned a fearsome reputation among the Japanese, who called them "devil boats." Based on a true story, The Rebels Of PT-218 follows the intrepid crew of an American torpedo boat, one of the first to encounter action in the Mediterranean Theater at the height of WWII. The safety plug must be removed from the firing panel and in the possession of the person carrying out loading or unloading operations.-This is probably the most important safety precaution to observe and must be strictly adhered to at all times. TECHNICAL PUBLICATION NO. 11. If you are in doubt as to the purpose or usage of a piece of equipment, don't hesitate to ask. Your refrigerator can make ice cream, ice cubes, and frozen delights (especially good is frozen fruit cup). 7. The PT-305 was part of a 12-ship squadron during World War II, serving from 1944 until the end of the war in 1945. Unnecessary PT transmissions must not clutter up communications of a vital operating aircraft squadron. Cockpit.-This "flying bridge" is the center of the boat. This will differ with every boat. Based on a true story, The Rebels Of PT-218 follows the intrepid crew of an American torpedo boat, one of the first to encounter action in the Mediterranean Theater at the height of WWII. The Navy maxim, "Keep It Clean", is not just for appearance's sake, but more important, for safety's sake. Have insurance and will squared away. The PT 109 crew consisted of John F. Kennedy, Leonard J. Thom, George H. R. "Barney" Ross, Raymond Albert, Charles A. Take care of it. Thank you. A wet, soggy jacket will bring you to the bottom instead of to the top. Take your medicine and be glad that it is available. Be prepared. X in the Solomons effectively scared a Jap destroyer that was bearing down on a PT by using a depth charge. If you cannot get the projectile out in a few seconds, secure the gun for about 5 minutes. Stow it carefully, well lubricated and in a watertight box. PT boats, which were designed to intercept ships of larger classes, were armed with torpedoes, cannons . Hand mirror that will not rust. You cannot use flashlights on deck in the Area. Appoint a trustworthy lawyer or an intelligent trustworthy friend to take care of things which may come up during your absence (e. g. if you inherited property from a wealthy relative while across). Now don't get scared. Different browsers and fonts will cause Song books are good. Nature does not grow new noses or new eyes or new fingers. Chlorinated water is not pleasant to taste. Once the sealing cap is ruptured, the valve cannot be closed tightly enough to hold unexpended gas. Division B included PT-109, PT-157, PT-159 and PT-162. Since the U.S. produced the heavier and longer 21-inch torpedoes, the U.S. Navy wanted a larger PT boat. The hints given here will acquaint you with the methods used in combat areas to make this the terror antibarge gun: 1. It will then probably drop or squirm off. A lot of time, money and effort has been expended on these books. It can have single or double barrels operation. Other countries built similar boats, from the Italian MAS to the Germans Schnellboots. The galley pump is the most used and abused pump aboard. ww2dbaseThough PT boats' primary missions continued to be seen as to attack surface vessels, they were also used to lay mines and smoke screens, to rescue downed aviators, and to carry out intelligence or raider operations. Have the correct recognition equipment in perfect condition and at hand. Prisoners can be secured to it, thus making the forecastle an ideal brig. If wrench tight, the hand lever may jam. However, this text was captured by optical character recognition and then encoded for the Web which has added new errors we wish to correct. Make use of the knowledge that will save you much pain and sleep. The operation of self-bailers is very simple. There is generally another boat in your vicinity to give assistance. Once used they should be refilled as soon as possible even though only one tenth of the bottle was used. Too many men have been killed and injured because of this hazard. Since these ports are usually boarded up to insure blackout, the plexiglas can be removed and made to serve many such useful purposes. Cleats.-Cleats are used to secure mooring lines to. Maps of the world to keep you up with the war and for general interest. Model without base too. Check cables and plugs occasionally for corrosion. 13. Extra watch straps. Shake and check your blankets before you turn in. Squadron 22 was operating with the British Coastal Forces, and saw action along the northwest cost of Italy and southern coast of France. Then you will know in times of action how to put tension on a magazine and how to blind load. T.P.-13, About Clean Oil Know your recognition procedure. Serving in the Pacific during the War, she returned to serve at a Sacramento air base at . Under heavy going a minor weakness may develop into major damage. Don't full load the gun until signal is given. KNOW WHERE IT IS! If a vessel is manned only part of the time (when it is in actual use), it is probably a boat. 3. Jamming by the enemy is certainly to be expected, so be prepared for it. 77' Elco Motor Torpedo Boat PT-20 participated in the Battle of Midway PT-21 participated in the Battle of Midway PT-22 participated in the Battle of Midway PT-23 aborted voyage to Midway Atoll due to broken crankshaft PT-25 participated in the Battle of Midway Keep your manifold gauges running equally. Tropical fresh water, unless treated (chlorinated) properly, is dangerous both for drinking and bathing. Dirt from the cockpit has often clogged this drain. OCLC 16093618. US Navy figures seem to be pretty rare. It will save you a lot of headaches and worry. Though a comparatively new weapon in naval warfare, PTs have operated in every theatre of war and have proven themselves an important part of the fleet. PT 373 Crew 1945 From the early months of 1945 through the Japanese surrender in August of that year, PT Squadron (Ron) 27 was very busy in the South Pacific. Some day you may have to use them to help start the generator. Careless handling of these guns has caused many tragedies. The PT boats were also used to rescue shipwreck survivors, coordinate air-sea rescue operations, lay mines, and smoke screens, destroy mines, and carry out intelligence or raider operations. Athlete's foot is the usual ailment. PT boats operated mainly at night for two reasons: Fire prevention is easily observed on the boats. Swiss files and chisels or any similar small tools are a great help in smoothing out souvenirs. The engines as well as the engineer need plenty of air. Countless engineers have saved themselves and their shipmates and their boats just by observing this one rule: Sniff before you turn on any switch! 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