Pharris

Another unit returned later that night to the area Pharris was last seen and recovered the remains of another casualty, but were unable to find any trace of Pharris.

Pharris, William V. 1990

Witnesses believe that William Pharris was killed on July 7, 1966.

Pharris, William V. 1990

During the fight, Pharris was wounded at least twice in the initial gunfire.

Pharris, William V. 1990

Because of enemy pressure, it was necessary to leave Pharris behind as the company withdrew.

Pharris, William V. 1990

USS Pharris was steaming figure eights off the mouth of the Delaware River.

Red Storm Rising Clancy, Tom, 1947- 1986

Pharris was at general quarters for the first leg of the trip away from the U.S. coast.

Red Storm Rising Clancy, Tom, 1947- 1986

Pharris had only the most rudimentary air defenses.

Red Storm Rising Clancy, Tom, 1947- 1986

Every third or fourth wave, Pharris dug her nose in hard, occasionally taking green water over the bow.

Red Storm Rising Clancy, Tom, 1947- 1986

Two miles away, Pharris was tied alongside her tender.

Red Storm Rising Clancy, Tom, 1947- 1986

USS Pharris It was still the previous day on the American East Coast.

Red Storm Rising Clancy, Tom, 1947- 1986