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  • USS INDIANAPOLIS - Harold Bray The Last Survivor

    06/09/2025 8:22:32 AM PDT · by Michael.SF. · 4 replies
    USS INDIANAPOLIS.COM ^ | 6/9/2024 | Myself
    I need not tell fellow Freepers the story of the USS Indianapolis, we all know it.Harold Bray has lived in Benicia, California for many years (as did I). Mr. Bray routinely shared his story with high school history classes (both my sons heard his him). I met him once and spoke with him, he is a gentlemen and a hero. His birthday is coming up: June 15th. He will be 98 years old. His family and friends have asked for birthday cards and well wishes from as many people as possible. The address to send the cards is:Harold Bray PO...
  • ‘Real hero’ Harold Bray honored with statue in Benicia 96 years old, Bray is the last living USS Indianapolis survivor

    07/10/2023 7:56:04 AM PDT · by DFG · 24 replies
    Vallejo Times Herald ^ | 07/07/2023 | Thomas Gase
    Longtime Benician Harold Bray, a humble man, claims he is no hero. Benicians — and well, many Americans — beg to differ. They think he’s as good as gold. Well, maybe closer to bronze. With the passing of Cleatus Lebow in October at the age of 98, Bray is the lone living survivor from the legendary USS Indianapolis. On Friday night in front of the city’s clock tower, Bray was celebrated and honored for his service with the unveiling of a statue made by Matt Glenn. The life-sized bronze statue stands nearly 7 feet tall, affixed to a pedestal. It...