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The Stamford Historical Society, May 21, 2006 through June 30, 2007

Pride and Patriotism: Stamford’s Role in World War II

The Interviews

Ted Guzda & William Kesnick

Ted Guzda and Bill Kesnick both joined the Navy in 1942. While Bill was assigned to PC-552, a sub chaser, Ted began his career in the Staten Island Repair Division. A chance meeting gave Ted the opportunity to join Bill as a crew member on the PC 552 craft and together they participated in the first wave assault on Omaha Beach on D-Day.

Photos

ship's crew

aboard the ship aboard the ship

PC 552 craft

PC 552 craft

Bill’s comment: “I always liked that picture”

PC 552 craft

Photos Courtesy Mssr. Guzda & Kesnik

at the opening reception, Guzda at left

Photo © Laurie Guzda

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