Description Arthur S. Muller, born 9-6-21, joined the Navy in 1942 and was assigned to Eastern Sea Frontier Headquarters. Art eventually volunteered for PT(Patrol Motor Torpedo Boat) duty and was trained as a Motor Mechanic. After training Art was assigned to Ron 17 in New Orleans on PT 230 eventually transferring to PT 227 as a Motor Mac and 1st loader on the 40mm gun at Pearl Harbor. After leaving Hawaii, PT 227 went from New Guinea to Mios Woendi and left Leyte for the invasion of Mindoro. The Battle of Mindoro lasted 3 days, Dec 13-16, 1944. The invasion convoy had a fight off heavy Japanese air attacks, including kamikazes. Their mission was a success and lead to the creation of the Mindoro airstrip which allowed U.S. aircraft to provide direct support for the Luzon invasion. While stationed at Pearl Harbor Art shared a photography shop where he was able to develop and collect the majority of the photography shown in this story. After the war Art and his wife Irene settled in Water Mill, NY where Art served as postmaster for 30 years. If you’re a Veteran or Veteran Service Organization that would like your story told please email us at info@usawarriorstories.org or call (631)819-0805. For more information on USA Warrior Stories visit our website usawarriorstories.org/

Event Date 12/7/2022

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