I was exploring the SLC site and was surprised to find pictures of my father. I recognized my father, Charles R. Hudson, #31, in the 2nd Division picture. This is a very nice site. A lot of love, time and effort has gone into this site. I thank you for the glimpse into the past.

His record book was destroyed in a government building fire. I understand the government lost more records in that fire than any other.

My best estimate is that my father served onboard the SLC from 1943-45. I remember him telling me about the battle of Komandorski, Iwo, and Okinawa.

I had the privilege of doing a battle study on Iwo Jima. I spent 5 days there in 1993. I had a book that showed the shelling assignments of each ship. I walked the ground of the SLC's assigned area, or at least one of them. It was an unforgettable experience.

Bruce Hudson
MSgt USMC retired

Records from SLC Microfilm records
Charles Hudson USNR 639 30 78 S2c
Enlisted Sept. 12th, 1942 in MN.
Boarded SLC Nov. 26th, 1942 from USNY Pearl Harbor T.H.