CAPT PETER R. MAITLAND, USMC

Class 1955

Born February 10, 1932

Died October 17, 1960

Age 28

Hometown Clinton, Massachusetts

Lucky Bag Yearbook

From the 1955 Lucky Bag:

PETER ROBERT MAITLAND

A Congressional appointment and a year at Bullis Prep in Washington marked Pete’s entrance to Annapolis. An active background of sports, academics, and extra-curriculars prepared him well for the rigors of Navy life. Football was his first love. A three year letter man, Pete captained the 150 pound eleven his last year as they won one National Championship after another. Boxing was his second favorite and it was his ring craft along with his aggressiveness on the gridiron that caused him to be dubbed Tiger. Although sports took up a good bit of his time, Pete still managed to compile an enviable academic record.

He was also a member of the 8th Company staff (winter).

Loss

Pete was lost on October 17, 1960 when his A-4 Skyhawk crashed immediately after catapulting from USS Coral Sea (CVA 43) off the coast of Okinawa; the ship had used an incorrect weight¹ for the aircraft. He was a member of Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 324.

Other Information

From researcher Kathy Franz:

He graduated from Clinton High School in 1950. From the yearbook: “He who is well-mannered, is also well-liked.”

Peter, better known as “Greg,” needs no introduction because of his being the most popular boy in the senior class. His happy-go-lucky manner and good looks are envied by all. “Pete,” an all-round athlete, was one of our best linesmen. His popularity is confirmed by the fact that he was elected president of our class for three years. He conducted our class affairs so efficiently that the years were a success, socially and financially. Peter informs us that he would like to have a career in the Navy and we know that whatever he intends to do, success will accompany him every step of the way.

Football 3, 4; Class President, 2, 3, 4; Junior Prom Committee; History Circle; Latin Classical Club; Class Ring Committee; Class Book Staff; School Paper; Tau Sigma; Debating Society; Boys’ State Representative.

Survived by his parents Peter and Marion and sisters Elaine and Patsy.

Peter has a memory marker in Massachusetts.