USS SLC...Enlisted Navy...Richard G. "Gray" Tatum, S1c
Richard passed away on May 15th, 2005. Information sent in by his son, Richard, Jr.

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Richard served on the USS Salt Lake City from October 10, 1943 thru February 15, 1946. While in the service he mentioned he was called 'Gray' or "Dick' by most of those who knew him.

He was Gun Captain on Number 3 Turret for most of his service. He participated and received battle stars for the Gilbert Islands, Marshall Islands, two from the Philippines, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.

Keep up the good work, I'm sure your commitment is greatly appreciated by those who served on this ship as well as their families!

Richard Tatum, Jr., son

SLC Deck Log Oct. 1943
#14 in the group pictures with the 3rd Division, February 3rd, 1944

2004 SLC Reunion