.... his name was Bernard Schwartz, and he enlisted in the Navy at the age of 17 determined to become a submariner. He never got the chance to earn his Dolphin badge, but served on the Sub-Tender, USS Proteus (AS-19) in the Pacific and was wounded in Guam.
His greatest thrill? Being present aboard his ship at Yokosuka where from the signal bridge of his ship. ...... he witnessed the Document of Surrender aboard the
USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay. Oh yes................ we knew him best as the infamous hustler and Supply Officer, Lt Nicholas Holden of the USS Sea Tiger of "Operation Petticoat" fame.
You may also know him better as, Tony Curtis!
Rest in Peace Bernard --- and thank you for your service!
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