Video Reveals Wreck of USS Samuel B Roberts Found! WW2 Destroyer Escort DE-413
A video of the “Sammy B” 4 miles down and a bit of the story of the discovery
Tag: Paul H. Carr
Oklahoma Bills to Name Bridge in Honor Paul H. Carr
There is movement afoot to name a bridge on Hwy 69 in Checotah in honor of Paul H. Carr.
Interesting enough in the Senate Bill there is listed a Highway Memorial Mile in Eufala in memory of Randy Peterson. Joan’s family, the Frames, have no knowledge of this from Randy’s wife or his sister, Pam.
Nancy Milam has contacted Checotah’s newspaper about Uncle Paul’s bridge and she will do an article covering our story.
If you are interested in see the the House version and the Senate version of the bills in the Oklahoma Legislature click the two links below.
Bridge on Hwy 69 in Checotah to be name after Paul Henry Carr
Dear Family,
I am writing to share some exciting news. A year ago the PHCMF board contacted Representative Avery Frix District 13 in regard of having a designated bridge or portion of a highway near Checotah named for Uncle Paul. Jeff has been the contact person and today he received a call confirming the passage of HB 2311. There will be a Ceremonial Bill Signing on July 29 by Governor Stit. Below are the copies of the communication sent to Jeff. Please email or call Jeff if you plan to attend and he will forward that number to Vicli Adams, Legislative assistant. What a wonderful tribute to Uncle Paul! The eight sisters, Joan, and Paulette would be so pleased.
Love,
Nancy
Dear Mr. Rush
The bridge over U.S. Highway 266 on U.S. Highway 69 within the municipal limits of Checotah shall be designated as the “Paul Henry Carr Memorial Bridge”. The Department of Transportation shall cause suitable permanent markers bearing that name to be placed on the highway.
All of the details surrounding the ceremonial bill signing are below. As soon as you know how many family members will be attending, you may either call me or email me with the number.
It was a pleasure talking with you and I look forward to talking to you soon.
Thank you,
Vicki Adams
Legislative Assistant to
Representative Avery Frix, District 13, 405-557-7302
Professional Photos from Oklahoma Military Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
The photos by Tracy Reece are done! Here they are. Please share with others!
You will be asked for an email address. Enter it and you can then proceed to the site. You will have the opportunity to purchase any of the photos. Here is the link:
https://smiletimebooth.shootproof.com/gallery/OMHF-2018
Not sure how long he will keep the pictures up there, but enjoy them while you can.
If any family member has photos, you can share them here, or send them to me and I will post them.
Baby Sister’s Speech at Katy Depot
Click link below to read Baby Sister’s (Wilma Juanita Carr Rush) Speech on the installation of the model of the USS Carr at the Katy Depot. The date was May 21, 1994.
A couple of links to Articles about Uncle Paul
This is an article on some website “The American Culture” – this is an article written about Paul Carr and The Battle of Leyte Gulf; the article was written by S. T. Karnick and dated November 7, 2009.
Lest We Forget Paul Henry Carr VMA-322
This is from an article for the November, 2004 issue Proceedings magazine. The article was titled: Lest we Forget:Paul Henry Carr, VMA-322. The VMA-322 I’m not sure about – VMA-322 was a Marine Attack Squadron.
Update/Request on book about ship Uncle Paul served on
The Subject line of this e-mail from John Wukovits, author, was Memorial Day:
Mike:
My thoughts are certainly with you and your family on this day. I hope that the nation never forgets the courageous deeds performed by young men—almost boys, really—Paul. He and the other members of the crew crafted quite a tale in October 1944. (more…)
Progress on John Wukovit’s book about the “Sammy B”
Mike:
Good to hear from you. I posted an update on the Samuel B. Roberts page about a month ago. I am currently writing the early chapters for the manuscript, which is due August 15 at St. Martin’s Press. They will publish it sometime early next year.
I have completed most of the reading and many of the interviews, (more…)
Caleb Matthew’s Story about Paul Henry Carr
What is the tag line for the web site? “Bringing Our Pioneer Spirit of Yesterday Forward Into Tomorrow”
Here is a story by young Caleb Matthews doing exactly that.
Click here to see Caleb’s story
You will need Adobe Reader to see the story, but chances are it is already on your computer. If you do not have it, it is a free download.
The Last Stand of the Tin Can Sailors
I don’t normally read books on war or military actions. I originally started to read this book because my mother’s brother is Paul Henry Carr. He died in this battle. (more…)