Edward G. DeLong
Lieutenant (junior grade) | Commanding Officer, PT-31 | Died in captivity (2 July 1942)

Overview

Edward G. DeLong commanded PT-31 during its final operation off the approaches to Subic Bay. His decisions in the early hours of 19 January 1942 shaped the survival of most of his crew.

PT-31 Incident

After the boat grounded, DeLong remained aboard to ensure its destruction, delaying his own escape. He later entered the water and successfully rejoined nine crewmen ashore near the Bataan Peninsula.

Wartime Fate

Commanding officer of PT-31; survived the boat’s loss, returned to further MTB-3 combat duty, was later captured while attempting escape in the Netherlands East Indies, and was executed by the Japanese at Manado on 2 July 1942

Research Notes

Confidence: Confirmed
Supported by naval records and memorial documentation.