Comments on: Air Group 87 Strike Japanese Battleship-Carrier Hyuga During World War II

By: mary rose

mary rose — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 06:18:54 +0000

God watch over all of us..

By: Rob

Rob — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 21:51:02 +0000

This is in response to all of those who have read my wifes Grandfathers story about his attack in WWII. It saddens me and my wife to share with you that he died some years ago while at his home doing what he loved best, research and writing. His wife died shortly before him and he loved her very much. She is in his book, WIngs, War, and Women. He lived his final days sharing his storys with me. I enjoyed listening and asking questions, he always was frank and detailed with his answers. He did go to Japan with his wife to an amazing welcome by the Japanese. They were very gracious and courteous, he was even interviewed by the the Japanese Press about his days in the war. He was very proud and an amazing man and grandfather. He now rests with his wife in Arlington, Va. with the other heroes from the battles he shared in his young life. Again thank you for your kind and rewarding words, Rob T. (on behalf of his Grand-daughter, Chris as he would call her) We miss you……..

By: Stephen Andreason

Stephen Andreason — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 03:37:36 +0000

my father’s air group VB-12 tried to participate on the strike against the Yamato of the 7gh of April. Because they were refueling the USS Randolph separated from the rest of the task force. A cold weather front also separated them from the target. Neverthless it was decided that Bombing 12 would launch a major strike against the battleship Yamato. The weather tripped up the bombing squadron and they were unable to get to their target.
I have more info from other pilot’s notes if you are interested.

Steve Andreason

By: john haack

john haack — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 22:14:37 +0000

my uncle ensign jack carl fuller was lost flying bu#20090 (as i recall – will check for accuracy if i hear back from you) in yamato strike of 7 april 1945. would like to further compare notes with you on this action – thanks – john haack

By: Stephen Andreason

Stephen Andreason — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 19:54:10 +0000

Thank you Mr. Brehm for recording your story. My father LCDR Raymond R Andreason flew the SB2C-4 with VB-12 aboard the USS Randolph; and was involved in the invasion of Iwo Jima, Okinawa, and the carrier strikes against mainland Japan. His air group lost 28 men including two air group commanders. He rarely discussed his combat experiences. This make Mr Brehm’s account all the more intriguing to me. I am grateful for your service and sacrifice.

I have my father’s log books and wonder if anyone can help me match the call numbers with the serial number of the planes assigned to VB-12. I have several pictures of SB2C-4E with call numbers 1, 9, 13, 15, etc. Each mission he wrote down the serial number of the plane, (ie 20089, 20065,20556, etc.) Where can I find this information.

Thank you,
Steve
Steve Andreason

By: derek

derek — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:14:35 +0000

awsome story