9,521 Lives: Merchant Marine During World War II

During World War II, the U.S. Merchant Marine played a key logistical role in the transport of goods and military personnel. Merchant Marine faced dangerous conditions under threat from enemy submarines and mine fields, sailing often unescorted in their effort to deliver needed supplies to Allied forces. 243,000 Merchant Marine served during the war. Between 1939 and 1945, roughly 9,521 merchant mariners lost their lives serving in support of the U.S. military. Join VWM Archivist Sylvia Marshall also she discusses the history of the Merchant Marine and their contributions to World War II.   Although free, register early for this ONLINE ONLY event:  vawarmemorial.org/events   Registration: https://bit.ly/4cjM3H2