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Record Description
Collection years 1940-1945
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What Is in the Collection?

These records include an index of mariners killed on US operated ships during World Ward II. This content was taken from the compiled site: Merchant Mariners killed on U.S. operated ships during World War II . This index, along with additional information on merchant mariners at war, is available at American Merchant Marines at War. The index covers the years 1940 to 1945.

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Collection Content

Records may contain the following information:

  • Name
  • Ship name
  • Date of death
  • Position
  • Age

How Do I Search the Collection?

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  • Your ancestor's name
  • Other identifying information such as age and death date

Search the Index

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How Do I Analyze the Results?

Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images. Keep track of your research in a research log.

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