November 14th, 1943
Transcript
| Times | Log | Location | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
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1:00am |
All ship's clocks were set ahead one hour to confirm to Zone Plus Three time. |
USS Iowa |
TRP |
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8:00am |
Noted position and weather conditions. Air defense drill exercised for FDR, demonstrating ship's firepower. During the drill, unexpected explosion occured in vicinity of the USS Iowa. Discovered to be a torpedo accidentally fired by the USS William D. Porter, the anti-submarine screen to starboard. Probably caused by moisture from rough seas. Investigation ordered by Adm. Ernest J. King. In afternoon, inspections of ship's medical department conducted. |
USS Iowa |
TRP |
|
ER |
In Saybrook, CT |
USH |
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Houseguest |
Mrs. Harry L. Hopkins, Diana Hopkins, and Governess (returned 10:00) |
USH |
USH = White House Usher's Diary, STE = Stenographer's Diary, PC = Press Conference, TU = Tully's Appointment Diary
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November 14 1943 - Stenographers Diary
