USS LEXINGTON Former Crew Member

Name: Barker, Charles Francis †

Service Dates: Feb.1943-?

Rank/Duty Assigned: Seaman Second Class Gunners Mate Second Class Manned steam catapult

My dad shared a few stories which were sketchy at best. Most memorable was a fellow seaman backing away from a landing without realizing the elevator was down. He fell straight on his back, shook himself together and walked away! Best wishes and thanks to all who served.