Many glasses have been shattered in this way and replacements are almost unobtainable. It's wise to make a complete circuit inspection of the boat, just prior to getting underway, checking for fenders, buckets, hoses, clothes, and lines that will foul the screws. PTs operating reasonably close to enemy territory or units can give away their position and valuable information by useless chatter over a VHF circuit. 3. Transmit as little as possible to expedite traffic, to reduce confusion, and to avoid enemy interception and RDF tracking. 7. You may have a slow number and not know by just looking at her. Over 33 million records are contained in this database. Hogwash people. This description was much in line with the typical image of the PT boat in combat, but it was largely over romanticized. Flashlights are always useful. The engines as well as the engineer need plenty of air. PT 109 (1963) Full Cast & Crew See agents for this cast & crew on IMDbPro Directed by Leslie H. Martinson Writing Credits Cast (in credits order) verified as complete Produced by Music by David Buttolph William Lava Cinematography by Robert Surtees . Another thing, you will want to keep your boat's sides clean of lye stain. Its flexibility, ease of firing, destructive power, and flat trajectory make it a grand gun against targets at moderate range. For inquiries about military records for members of the World War II armed forces, please see our FAQ. LTJG John F. Kennedywas the first commanding officer ofPT 59after the conversion. Inspect your mask regularly for defects. If you lack a towing bridle the sampson post will suffice. Later nicknamed "Old . Band aids are always helpful. Know your spot and be there. Canopy.-A large canvas, which looks like a sheik's desert abode, covers the forecastle in the manner of a huge tent. 12 pairs each of black and white socks. Make use of the knowledge that will save you much pain and sleep. The gunners are gradually being forced out, but it still is the ideal place for stowage of gun barrels and other spares, as well as for small arms. Others, more fortunate, will be seen limping around. A PT looks very peculiar without a charthouse. and attacked shipping and protected our ships during the war. Electrolysis will eat holes in the pipe carrying salt water to the head. You can't paddle or sail a crippled PT with any degree of speed or accuracy. Don't full load the gun until signal is given. Head.-Use it right. Thank you. Not assigned to the PT-109 but went along on final mission. The Japanese were initially cautious when operating in waters with known PT boat presence, which disrupted Japanese supply runs to key contested battlefields such as Guadalcanal, but as soon as they realized that American torpedoes were often defective, PT boats lost their effectiveness as a weapon, but they acted as effective deterrents nevertheless. From captured Japanese documents, it is clear that our glasses are better than theirs. X in the Solomons effectively scared a Jap destroyer that was bearing down on a PT by using a depth charge. Let the time nozzles control your density of smoke. Roll it up when stowing it, rather than creasing it, for creases make it crack and soon you have a leaky, uncomforting canopy. But to be proud of it you must know what it is made of and what it can do. A brush full of paint today will keep disintegration away tomorrow. Scrub brush. Built at Miami Shipbuilding Corp, she was immediately consigned to the USAAF and was designated P-619 (P boat like at PT Boat). Once a Jap bullet punctured a refrigerator unit and drained it of all its freon. Loaded magazines are easily sprung from the jarring movement of the boat. You may earn high-school and college credits through this medium. Herbert Stadler, USNR, the boat captain, was killed; Ens. If you follow this procedure you may save an eventual major job by a base force. Guard against the loss of your garbage can. It means PT Doctrine-the "red hot" dope about the boats for Y-O-U from those who know. The loader should continuously tell the gunner how many rounds he has left so that the gunner can keep his eyes glued to the target. Engine operating instructions are covered in the "Packard Operating Manual" and the "Packard 4M-2500 Marine Engine Construction Operation and Servicing Manual." PT-109 Laid down 4 March 1942 by the Electric Boat Co., Elco Works, Bayonne, NJ Launched 20 June 1942 Delivered 10 July 1942, placed in service and assigned to Motor Torpedo Boat Squadron FIVE (MTBRon 5) under the command of Comdr. Give a Jap station enough transmissions and a shore battery will be laying a shell in your cockpit. Off the coasts of Africa, Italy and France, the crew fights against the constant bombardment by German forces as the seas become a deadly battleground. OCLC 38853885. Megaphone communication between boats in a section should be used to minimize radio transmissions. 2-36D. Sense of Duty. They each received the Silver Star under General Order No. The danger zone to the rear may be as great as 200 feet rearward and 150 either side of the line of aim. 5. 4. Off the coasts of Africa, Italy and France, the crew fights against the constant bombardment by German forces as the seas become a d Johnson, Frank D.United States PT Boats of World War II in Action. Enemy tanks and trucks also appear on the tally sheet. One of the most famous Elco boats was Lieutenant (jg) John F. Kennedy's PT-109, which was of an unique configuration; the PT boat the future President of the United States commanded carried a 37-mm single shot anti-tank gun on the fore deck, making his PT boat more so a gunboat than a torpedo boat. Engineers should do this instinctively, but often other rates must start the engines. Almost all surviving Elco PTs were disposed of shortly after V-J Day. Washington: Brassey's, 1998. Maybe if you knew that "Ace" Eddie Rickenbacker greased and fitted every shell before he ever fired, you would begin to look on your gun, drills, and routine checks as your best friends. Maps of the world to keep you up with the war and for general interest. These ships are small, fast and agile, and extremely dangerous due to the on-board torpedo launchers. It will probably make them worse. Don't lean or rest your foot on the shifting lever. Demolition outfits should be on each boat. If you ever spill any gasoline overboard while fueling or during any other work don't even think of starting your engines, main or auxiliary, until the boat is towed away from that spot or until the wind and the sea dissipate the gasoline. Practice your signalling (semaphore and blinker). Always keep recognition gear ready and in reach. T.P.-9, Know Your PT Boat Hence, it must be used to give efficient operation. "PT" is the US hull classification symbol for "Patrol Torpedo". Ventilate your feet, expose them to the sun's rays occasionally. Also bear in mind that finding and destroying the enemy is more important than a hot pot of Joe. This provides insight into how PT Boats where used. New York: Ships and Aircraft, 1945. 662K views 10 years ago PT Boat PT-658 Deck Tour and Interior Tour shows details and closeups of all weapons and equipment on board. All three of these men were injured on previous patrols and were not on board when the PT-109 was sunk. Learn your recognition procedure cold. They've fired the imaginations of boaters young and old for decades. T.P.-16, Take Care of Your Ship's Salvage Equipment, Copyright 2013, Maritime Park Association. He's likely to be temperamental and have his moods. The generator is a luxury as well as a necessity. PT Consulting was founded to allow me to aid fellow authors, historians and scale modelers as we preserve our heritage and our history. It is a dry, clean spot and accommodates much ammunition. So everyone must be on the alert for* fumes. Keep oil at the proper level in the recuperating cylinder-use only U. S. Army Spec. The latter called "Prima Cord" (white or light core) burns at the rate of 20,000 feet per second. 9. PT boats did more than just carry torpedoes and young men into battle during World War II. Do not make a radio check when leaving for patrol. Performance curves prove the books are right. the text to move, but the text will remain roughly where it is in the original Docked beyond the PT boats are USS POTOMAC (AG-25) and CUYAHOGA (AG-26). ww2dbaseWith that said, however, PT boats in WW2 were more often deployed against barges rather than warships, which explained why most boats were retrofitted with machine guns and cannons. If it is not used (like a man who doesn't take exercise) it gets sluggish and functions poorly, if at all. Shooting down enemy planes has been one of the most satisfying tasks. Wherever He Can Be Found. Copyright 2004-2023 Lava Development, LLC., all rights reserved, PT-class Motor Torpedo Boat Photo Gallery, See all 81 photographs of PT-class Motor Torpedo Boat, American Caesar: Douglas MacArthur 1880-1964, Electric Launch Corporation, Bayonne, New Jersey, United States, Three 12-cylinder liquid-cooled Packard gasoline engines rated at 1,200bhp each, 1x20mm Oerlikon cannon at stern, 2x12.7mm twin M2 or 2x7.6mm Lewis machine guns on rotating turrets, 2x or 4x21in torpedo tubes, Mark 8 torpedoes, Specifications reflect dimensions of the most popular model built by Elco, other models of other makes were also available. It should be operated uncaged at all times under way. Notes: * Not assigned to the PT-109 but went along on final mission. Good results have been had with a ratio of 1 AP and 3 HE. She's seen here as she appeared while she operated in the Philippines in 1944/45. We aren't blaming him for being scared but we are blaming him for not knowing his boat. Know where your CO2 release valves are. A PT can and has taken on everything from canoes to battleships. Squadron Do not overwork your boat by useless jockeying. PT-305 ("Half Hitch","Barfly", "USS Sudden Jerk") is a Higgins 78-foot (24 m) boat, assigned during the war to RON22, and saw action against the Germans in the Mediterranean Sea. This space is also a good spot in which to stow canned goods and your spare anchor, as well as spare soap and toilet tissue. Oil buffers on both guns should be closely teamed for synchronized firing. Oceangoing tug. Pound for pound, the deadliest boats of World War II weren't the carriers or the legendary battleships, they were the humble patrol torpedo boats. Know where the linkage is and how to rig the auxiliary tiller. Day Room.-A large place which can accommodate four bunks easily, and another sack set up in the center temporarily. Get it from your O. N. I. officer. Keep clean by washing with fresh sanitary water and soap. On a high trunnion gun, the loader should be both strong and tall. 11. Protect it against dirt and water. Combined with destroyers and cruisers to . Kennedy's actions to save his surviving crew after the sinking of PT-109 made him a war hero. It should be stowed below when not on patrol. 3. This will hold no great danger while the engine is running; but when the engine is secured, gas will seep into the crankcase which may cause explosion and fire when you next start the engine. Nature does not grow new noses or new eyes or new fingers. These checks cannot be made from the engine-room hatch. Plenty will depend on your spunk and nerve. Prevention is the best advice. For the Naval Institute reprints see OCLC 10036394, OCLC 10036390, OCLC 10036385 and OCLC 11099658. If any unusual growths or barnacles or "animals" are found report it to sick bay. General.-From stem to stern do not overlook an item. All three of these men were injured on previous patrols and were not on board when the PT-109 was sunk. Also, if a vessel has a permanent crew with a commanding officer assigned, it is more than likely a ship. It can and has turned out American, Italian, French, Chinese, and even Japanese cuisine. Higgins built 199 or 205 PTs, depending on which figures are used. It is teeming with minute organisms and slime. Men living ashore should keep their mosquito netting tucked under the mattress. Use the bilge exhaust blower before starting engines if such a blower is installed on your boat. Four very serious PT boat fires directly attributable to improperly handled gasoline have recently occurred, so geez, fellows, try to be careful 'cause it's no fun to be spread all over the earth with that gal back in Fall River awaitin'. Knowledge is valuable, and acquiring it will make time go faster. The World War II Database is founded and managed by They must be kept in a ready-to-go condition and placed on the fuel dock completely set up. Straining fenders and lines secured to them will rip them off easily. So also on a PT which is often based on an island with no fresh-water supply. 6. Swimming is great exercise and there are zones prescribed for it. If wrench tight, the hand lever may jam. Small apertures in your lines occur usually at the joints and couplings. Gun.-To the "Barge Hunters" this is a fondly loved gun. All three men served under Kennedy later on the PT-59. Gasoline fumes may be anywhere in the boat. The Navy maxim, "Keep It Clean", is not just for appearance's sake, but more important, for safety's sake. Rotate starting index spindle one turn counterclockwise. T.P.-15, Pointers on Fire Fighting Its full-load displacement was 56 tons. She's wearing a variation of the camouflage scheme known as Measure 31/5P. Instead, these unarmored boats typically approached enemy ships in relative quietness to conceal their approaches, launch torpedoes while hoping the torpedo wakes would not be detected, and escape in high speed only if the targets were hit and the resulting flames illuminated their position. T.P.-3, Pointers on Steam Systems and Their Auxiliaries It is primarily a support and not a sail boat. A PT galley is much more than that. Lighter with flints and wicks. 12 handkerchiefs. Starboard side. 7. CO2 Release: For the Lux fire-extinguishing system. See your educational officer or write to the USAFI (U. S. Armed Forces Institute), Madison, Wisconsin. When assembled and lying about and ignited, the results would probably be tragic. They can be transported to any location in a short period of time. Soap box for soap (good to keep cigarettes dry). So don't gripe if the galley must be secured to give the needed juice to the radio equipment. Be sure to check website at www.savetheptboatinc.com. As in every drill you must know your station and the equipment to take with you. See, feel, and know the operation, maintenance, and purpose of every piece of equipment on the boat. 3. For more information on PT boats, you may want to consult these titles: Bulkley, Robert J., Jr.At Close Quarters: PT Boats in the United States Navy. How they start is not quite evident. Officer and sailors models of the Second World War. Prisoners can be secured to it, thus making the forecastle an ideal brig. Comments.-White socks are essential to foot hygiene. T.P.-1, Pointers on Boiler Operation Both AP and HE have tracer. Soap, shaving gear (except razors) are usually available. 9. Lockers: For stowage of MP (Multi-Purpose) light, blinker gun, and batteries (dry cells). A bit of advice about the cook. Correct loading is very important. While there are a number of model RR figures in 1/22.5 scale, they generally seem to be expensive, and not very sailor-looking. Megaphone: Keep it handy and ready for shouting orders or for listening for planes and other craft. Charging the gun is dangerous for normally the projectile will pull free from the casing. Sunlight weakens and fades the phosphorous dials. This precaution for safety is too obvious to be explained. Allies armies. For the most part, the PT Boats did not return fire and in the end, PT-353 and PT-121 both burned and sank with 8 men killed, 14 wounded, and 13 rescued. You boat's speed depends to a great extent on the bottom condition. Everyone should know how to stop a HOT RUN. The goal of this Waterproof watch. Don't get into the raft. It cuts off the chart-house lights whenever the cockpit hatch is opened, provided that the proper chartroom switch has been thrown. The importance of knowing the difference is too obvious to explain here. It is never safe to attempt the stopping of a hot deck run. It is not reliable at all times. Surprisingly, 43 PT Boats were lost due to accidents, friendly fire, or sea conditions. Atglen PA: Schiffer Publishing Ltd., 1997. 9. In reality that type of attacks might had been deployed, but those types of attacks would be rare as high speed attacks would attract too much attention, and even a single near-miss from a destroyer shell would often seriously threaten the integrity of hulls. It can be very embarrassing. First, it is aiming to offer interesting Know your alternate frequencies and when to use them. Malaria is the chief threat to your health not only in the area but in later life. Get acquainted with them Highly skilled technical engineers are continually working to improve the design and performance of your engines so don't try to redesign them yourself-such as changing engine timing. Three loose lag screws, a heavy strain, and bingo-you've lost a cleat. Model without base too. 10. You will do most of your own laundry, so get a Kiyi brush. Also your most important chartroom equipment needs the steady and reliable source of current it puts out. A list can be made out from the following, but first let us go through the whole procedure. 5. However, this text was captured by optical character recognition and then encoded for the Web which has added new errors we wish to correct. T.P.-13, About Clean Oil When not in use should be carefully folded and stowed in a dark cool place. Oil and paint cans have been known to jam the steering at critical moments. Covers or rags in the barrel have caused explosions while firing, so be sure such things are removed before firing. Second, it is to showcase To know what is expected of PTs and what you will be doing with them, do not fail to gain all the dope that's necessary to the operation of your boat. Stow in it the suggested signaling gear. Toe Rail.-Is used for securing fenders and cargo net. Salt water in this region is usually very unsanitary. A small undetected leak will fill your bilges in a short time and wreck vital equipment installed there. You have the best equipment available. There is a handy operating manual which can be used to good advantage. 7. Sampson Post.-Is indispensable in anchoring. Sailing Ships 1 Allegheny (AT19), formerly the Huron. It is a place for work and play. No. Like every man-o'-war, a PT is made for only one purpose: To Meet the Enemy and Destroy Him Study our planes and ships and those of the enemy. You never know when your enunciators will go haywire. "Tulagi rot" is another nonmedical name for this ailment. Search Light: Be sure the "safety", provided in the circuit, is in good condition and is in the "off" position except when in use (to preclude accidental lighting). In case of puncture or suspicion of damage to a cell, have it inspected and repaired within 72 hours by a competent repairman. They accommodated 3 officers and 14 sailors, though a typical complement was between 12 and 14. The PT boats in Ron 27 carried out multiple missions, saw a lot of action, and suffered casualties. Keep binoculars in good shape. Just observe all the rules and all will be safe. Do not pull lock frame to the rear except as a last resort. Learn them and make allowances. Be prepared. PT boats tactics and operations. It is a wonderful gun for both AA and surface fire. Pumps are difficult to get. During that period, they fired 354 torpedoes, claiming 38 vessels totaling 23,700 tons sunk. 9, "Give me a fast ship, for I intend to go into harm's way. A lot of time, money and effort has been expended on these books. How to fight a PT is a great study. Keep your paint thinned down. Follow the instructions on the bottle ! The best watch straps are canvas (no metal parts). "-JOHN PAUL JONES. Hence the necessity for a good freeze or reefer. ], DANFS - Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships, Permitting Policy and Resource Management, The 9/11 Terrorist Attacks: 20 Years Later, "Ex Scientia Tridens": The U.S. Only nine PT boat hulls survive today, some on display in museums such as the PT Boat Museum at Battle Cove, Fall River, Massachusetts, United States. In particular, stay well clear of river deltas. 6 towels. Practice this precaution: Sniff for Fumes! The PT boats were also used to rescue shipwreck survivors, coordinate air-sea rescue operations, lay mines, and smoke screens, destroy mines, and carry out intelligence or raider operations. Generally, he's a good gunner, too. Before going over the side be sure you have all necessary gear lashed inside the life-rafts. Note, too, any splits you may see in any part of the boat's structure and call them to the attention of your boat officer. 4. Your manifold gauge measures the amount of work being done by the engine. Traffic through the chart house should be held to a minimum. Don't rub off the blue tint. Of plywood and mahogany construction, a PT is light yet strong, lightly armored yet strongly armed. Port bow. Polmar, Norman and Samuel Loring Morison. In temperate zones and especially in the Tropics any food particles left about will attract insects and bugs. Remember your mask is issued only for protection against war gases. 3. The galley pump is the most used and abused pump aboard. PT Boat Characteristics 1. Throughout World War II, PTs operated in the southern, western, and northern Pacific, as well as in the Mediterranean and the English Channel. The deck of the cockpit should be kept clean. Most important, have a painter (small line secured from the bow of the raft to the PT). The latter contains a wealth of information and is well illustrated. 4. Unnecessary PT transmissions must not clutter up communications of a vital operating aircraft squadron. Band aids. Later boats mounted one 40mm gun and four torpedo launching racks. Try it on-make the proper adjustments for a good fit. After experimentation, the first PT boat built in any quantity was the 77-foot type built by Elco. Remember that a PT is exposed to moisture from both the sea and the atmosphere. Every rule and precaution set up by the Navy usually has been originated because of some tragedy in the past. United States Army General Douglas MacArthur and an Army observation party transferred from motor torpedo boat PT-192 to the cruiser USS Nashville off Cape Cretin, New Guinea to observe the landings at Aitape and Hollandia, New Guinea three days later. The precautions that follow may be helpful. Too many men have been killed and injured because of this hazard. Vice Admiral, USN WW2DB site administrators reserve the right to moderate, censor, and/or remove any comment. 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