CDR Elliott “Steam” Marshall ‘31 was lost in December 1942 when USS Capelin (SS 289), was sunk by Japanese forces. He was the boat’s commanding officer.
The author of his Lucky Bag biography noted: “It is a little hard to get acquainted with Steam; but once acquainted he becomes one of your best friends. Four years together have served to strengthen our friendship with him and to give us a full insight of the inner man.”
He had previously been awarded the Navy Cross for his success on a war patrol while in command of USS Cuttlefish (SS 171).
Elliott was survived by his wife and a son.
To Honor!