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Original World War II US Naval Service Notice of Separation (Form NAVPERS-553)
Up for sale is an authentic, original WWII discharge document for veteran Herbert Lee Bradley. This form (NAVPERS-553) provides an incredibly detailed window into a sailor's service during the Second World War.
Veteran Details & Service Highlights:
Name & Rank: Herbert Lee Bradley, Boatswain's Mate Second Class / First Class (BM2c / BM1c).
Enlistment / Entry Date: September 19, 1942 (from Broward, NC).
Separation Date: April 12, 1946 (at USN Personnel Separation Center, Charleston, SC).
Home Address: Weaverville, NC.
Medals & Ribbons Earned: American Area Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Point System, and World War II Victory Medal.
Duty Stations / Vessels: Listed service includes Naval Air Station (NAS) Mayport, Jacksonville, FL; Sea Base NYC; and In-Service Craft District, Charleston, SC.
Civilian Background: Notes prior employment with Ecusta Paper Corp (Pisgah Forest, NC) as a Maintenance Man, with a post-service preference listed as "Tug Boat Skipper."
Condition:This document is in good, vintage condition consistent with its age. It has been folded into quarters for storage, showing typical fold lines and light creasing. The paper has aged naturally with a light patina. All printed text, typed entries, signatures, and stamps remain completely clear, sharp, and highly legible. No major tears or missing sections. Please review the high-resolution photos for exact cosmetic condition.
Perfect addition for any WWII Militaria collector, US Navy historian, or regional North Carolina history enthusiast.
Shipping & Handling:Will be shipped flat between heavy cardboard layers with a protective waterproof sleeve to prevent bending and moisture damage during transit. Tracked shipping included.
