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Does the US Navy still hasve PT Boats
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What presidents funeral included the navy hymn?
Kennedy, as he was a former Naval officer on PT boats.
World War 2 What role did the GM diesel motor play in navy PT boats?
The wooden PT boats of WW2 had three Packard gasoline engines. Packard went out of business in about 1959.
What size props were used on World War 2 PT Boats?
See website: Patrol Torpedo Boats (PT Boats)
Events around the USMaddox?
While sailing off the coast of North Vietnam in 1964, the USS Maddox was attacked by PT Boats of the North Vietnamese Navy. US Jets were called in, as the Maddox and PT Boats exchanged fire. One North Vietnamese Naval vessel was reported as sunk in action.
What are the release dates for Modern Marvels - 1994 The PT Boats?
Modern Marvels - 1994 The PT Boats was released on: USA: 24 September 2003
What events led up to the US to get deeply involve in the Vietnam war?
The Tonkin Gulf incident; a few North Viet Navy PT Boats attacked two US Navy destroyers (within a certain time frame; two different incidents). Some NVN Boats were sunk during the first incident.
What branch of service was John F kenndey in?
He was in the navy, he served on a PT boat (patrol torpedo) in the pacific theatre
How many World War 2 PT boats and Viet War Swift Boats still survive?
Some people say 17, but the most reliable source I've seen said 15
What was the film with pt boats?
In Harm's Way, starring John Wayne; and PT 109, starring Cliff Robertson.
What does PT 109 stand for?
PT stands for Patrol Boat. PT boats were small fast torpedo boats used by the United States Navy during WWII. Their small size gave them a speed advantage over larger vessels such as destroyers and frigates. They would use their speed and small size to there advantage and close in on the size of their target ship then launch a series of torpedo's usually 4 and then speed away. They had a 5 to 7 man crew and were armed with .50 cal heavy machine guns as well for engaging small vessels and anti aircraft defense.
Was john f.kennedy a navy pilot?
No, he was not a Navy pilot. He commanded a PT boat, PT-109, during World War 2. His boat was destroyed and he won a Navy Cross for his efforts to return his crew to safety.
How many PT boats were lost in World War 2 and how many Swift Boats were lost in the Vietnam War?
Approximately 69 US Navy PT boats were lost during WWII; discounting LTjg Kennedy's PT-109 which was cut in half by an Imperial Destroyer, the majority of PTs were destroyed by strafing/bombing aircraft. About 11 US Navy PCFs (Patrol Craft Fast), known as Swift Boats, were totally lost during the war. Many Swift's were sunk; However, being constructed from ALUMINUM allowed them to be raised, repaired, and returned to service. This was in contrast to the WWII PT boats which were built of WOOD; and not (willingly) salvagable when damaged. 1. PCF-4 was sunk by a mine. 2. PCF-5, 9, 14, 20, 70, 76, and 77 sank in storms. 3. PCF-41 & 43 were sunk in battle with shore based communist units. 4. PCF-19 was destroyed during a running gun battle with a North Vietnamese helicopter.
