Name/Title
1946-1952 Certificate of Service for Samuel WingroveScope and Content
This certificate shows that Samuel Wingrove honorably served on active duty as a part of the United States Navy from 1946-1952. Samuel Wingrove had a long, successful career in the Navy and would serve on active duty several times throughout his career.Context
The items in this collection were donated by Samuel Wingrove, a plank owner and Water Tender aboard the USS Laffey (DD-724) during World War II. Wingrove was present for both D-Day and the Battle of Okinawa.
Wingrove would be promoted a Boiler Technician, go on to serve on a variety of Navy ships in the Korean War and retire as a US Navy Chief Petty Officer.Collection
Samuel Wingrove CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2024.42Source or Donor
Samuel Edward "Sam" WingroveAcquisition Method
Found in CollectionUpdate Date
November 27, 2024
