Rank/Rate	Chief Motor Machinist's Mate
Service Number	393 15 34
Birth Date	October 21, 1914
From	Veradale, Washington
Decorations	Bronze Star, Purple Heart
Submarine	USS Kete (SS-369)
Loss Date	March 20, 1945
Location	Between 29-38N 130-02E and Midway
Circumstances	Lost at sea, cause unknown
Remarks	Ben was born in Germany.

Photo and information courtesy of Paul Wittmer.

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