Name/Title
KJR Radio Script of the USS Laffey RepairsScope and Content
As part of the effort to retain west coast shipyard workers, the USS Laffey (DD-724) was put on public display in Seattle and Tacoma before going into Todd Shipyard for repair. This campaign also included radio programs to increase the public awareness. Radio station KJR in Seattle produced a segment "Repairing the USS Laffey" broadcast between 8:00 and 8:15 PM on June 19, 1945. Frank Manson spoke with several shipyard workers regarding the thoroughness of the repairs in the broadcast. This is his copy of the script.Context
From the Collection of Frank Manson. Lt. Frank Manson was a Communications Officer aboard the USS Laffey (DD-724) from 1944-1945, as well as the press liaison for Commander Becton during the ship's Shipyard Worker Retention Tour.Collection
Frank Manson CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2019.06Source or Donor
USS Laffey AssociationAcquisition Method
Found in CollectionUpdate Date
April 1, 2025
