Name/Title
Arthur Hogan Receiving a Silver StarDescription
A black and white photograph of Arthur Hogan being congratulated by a US Navy captain after being awarded the Silver Star for his actions aboard the USS Laffey (DD-724) on April 16, 1945. Arthur's wife, Mary J. Hogan, grins proudly.Context
Arthur Hogan was a Machinists Mate aboard the USS Laffey (DD-724) After the Battle off Okinawa, Hogan and Stephen Waite used an acetylene torch to free two fellow crewmen trapped below deck.Collection
USS LAFFEY DD724Acquisition
Accession
2019.06Source or Donor
USS Laffey AssociationAcquisition Method
Found in CollectionUpdate Date
March 28, 2025