19 Curtis Devault Clark, Erwin, Tennessee
Curtis Devault Clark
Rank/Rate: Fireman, First Class
Service Number: 640 05 91
Birth Date: May 15, 1924
From: Erwin, Tennessee
Decorations: Purple Heart
Submarine: USS Grayling (SS-209)
Loss Date: September 9, 1943
Location: In or near Tablas Strait, Philippine Islands
Circumstances: Lost at sea, cause unknown
Remarks: Curtis was born in Blountville, Tennessee. Photo and information courtesy of Paul W. Wittmer.
NavSource, Submarine Photo Archive for the USS GRAYLING (SS-209)
On Eternal Patrol list of men lost on the USS Grayling (SS-209)
Find a Grave Memorial: F1 Curtis Devalt Clark (Manila American Cemetery and Memorial)
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