World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
Jewett Lorenzo White, Sr.
Branch of Service
U.S. Navy
Hometown
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Honored By
Ramone White Woodward
Relationship
Daughter
Trumpeter. Member of the 'B-1 Band' which was the first band in the U.S. Navy comprised of African-Americans to serve in a rank higher than messman. Stationed at Manana Barracks military base in Hawaii. Entertained troops as part of Bob Hope's troupe. Service Time: 1941-1945. Rank: Musician 1st Class.