Search results
Charles Butler McVay III (August 31, 1898 – November 6, 1968) was an American naval officer and the commanding officer of the cruiser USS Indianapolis which was lost in action in 1945, resulting in a significant loss of life.
Oct 11, 2016 · Learn about the life and career of Captain Charles B. McVay III, who commanded USS Indianapolis when she was sunk by Japanese torpedoes in 1945. Read about his achievements, court-martial, and exoneration in this comprehensive biography.
McVay was the only U.S. Navy commander convicted for losing his ship to enemy action during World War II. The Navy has a unique tradition: to hold accountable the highest levels of leadership for any event that causes harm to sailors or U.S. national security.
…commanding officer of the Indianapolis, Capt. Charles B. McVay III, was among the survivors. He became the only ship’s captain in the U.S. Navy to be court-martialed in connection with the loss of his ship in combat in World War II. In February 1946 McVay was found guilty of negligence… Read More
Mar 24, 2023 · Commanding the USS Indianapolis (CA-35) on the day she sank, Charles McVay III was court-martialed. It took five decades to clear his name.
Nov 6, 2017 · For the skipper, Capt. Charles McVay III, the weight and burden of command was readily visible in his words and actions following the disaster. McVay's experience provides a somber reminder of the responsibility of command, the mental burdens carried by combat veterans, and the lingering memories of war.
People also ask
Who was Charles B McVay III?
Who was Charles Butler McVay III?
Who was Captain McVay III?
Did McVay die with his ship?
Recollections of Captain Charles B. McVay, III, USN, Commanding Officer of USS Indianapolis (CA-35) which was sunk by Japanese submarine I-58 on 30 July 1945 near the Philippines
