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» Topic: Cmdr. Alan Montgmery
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As most of you know from the Post, a Family was selling Commander Alan Montgomery's 1927 Naval Academy Ring. Some of you were upset about that, and I cotacted the Family to find out the story behin the sale. Needless to say, I contiued to stay in touch, and I am happy to say that I now have Montgomery's presentation watch, his uniform, and several Naval papers, with more coming over the next several weeks.

I am most honored to include Cmdr. Montgomery in my Exhibit. I also had a nice conversation with Lt.(John) Searles, who skippered PT 60 under Montgomery. PT 60 was Montgomery's Flag, and Searles had nothing but praise for Montgomery as a Commander. Seems Monty ( as the boys called him) rode with PT 60 for a time, then contacted Maleria as was shipped out. I was excited to learn that Searles was present, when the watch was given to Montgomery. I also contacted the Naval Academy to learn more about Montgomery and they found a Bio on him, which they will be sending me. It is always excited to piece together History such as this. By the way Searles is now 93, in pretty good shape, but the memory is not as sharp. He can however remember those many nights of meeting the Tokyo Express, and the time he sunk a Jap Submarine. Thought I would share this with you guys.



Posted By: Frank J Andruss Sr | Posted on: Jul 31, 2008 - 6:05am
Total Posts: 3497 | Joined: Oct 9, 2006 - 6:09am



Frank,

It's neat to hear Mr. Searles is still with us at 93, and I know everyone who visits the site and the message board joins me in wishing him good health and continued longevity. He (as do all PT veterans) has our highest respect and admiration.

One of the happiest "scores" I ever made in reading and researching PT boat history was when I obtained a copy of his book "Tales of Tulagi."



Posted By: Drew Cook | Posted on: Jul 31, 2008 - 12:16pm
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Drew

Of all the knowledge I have learned about PT BOATS over the years, that is one book I have still not yet read. I must obtain a copy one of these days. Seems I don't have time to read anymore like I used to. Mr. Searles is one colorful guy, and once you have talked with him you can just imagine him out there once again, waiting for the Tokyo Express to pass by. During our talk, he expressed some sadness about most of the Officers he served with being gone. He thinks maybe a half dozen are left including him. How time marches by for all of us.



Posted By: Frank J Andruss Sr | Posted on: Jul 31, 2008 - 2:27pm
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