From: Dictionary of American Fighting Ships

Ely

Arthur Vincent Ely, born 8 March 1912 in Pittsburgh, Pa., graduated from the Naval Academy in 1935, and after aviation training in 1938 joined Torpedo Squadron 6. Lieutenant Ely's plane was shot down 4 June 1942 in the Battle of Midway. For his vigorous assault on Japanese forces, he was posthumously awarded the Navy Cross. DE-309 was named in his honor.


 

Ely (DE-309) was launched 10 April 1944 by Mare Island Navy Yard; sponsored by Mrs. Ann G. Ely, widow of Lieutenant Ely; and never completed. Her construction was canceled 5 September 1944.

 

Transcribed by Yves HUBERT (hubertypc@aol.fr)