Gladstone, Sam H.
Navy Seaman 1st class

Sam H. Gladstone.

Service era: World War I

Date of death: Saturday, July 25, 1936
Death details: While in the gunner position of aircraft, was thrown from plane – along with his seat – as pilot maneuvered to avoid a bird. Later inspection showed retaining bolts on his seat had failed.

Source: U.S. Navy