Bryant Tripp, nearly 89 years of age, joined his father in heaven on Sunday, March 6, 2011 after a brief illness with pneumonia.
The funeral service will be conducted Thursday at 4:00 p.m. in the Wilkerson Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Pinewood Memorial Park.
Mr. Tripp was born in Charleston, South Carolina. He graduated from Elon College before joining the Marines in World War II, where he fought bravely in the Pacific. He later acquired a graduate degree in Mathematics from East Carolina University. He will long be remembered as a wonderful high school math teacher in Maury, later in Tarboro, and then in Bethel. He was also a beloved principle of Pactolus Elementary School. Mr. Tripp was a farmer and owner of T & T Cleaners. He was a member of the United Methodist Church, where he taught Sunday school for many years, and a Mason and Shriner. He was the only child of Zeber Nile Tripp and Daisy Ethel Tripp, both of Pitt County, who preceded him in death.
He is survived by his: wife of 67 years, Katherine Watkins Tripp; daughters, Kay Tripp, of NC and Karen Bryant Tripp, a lawyer in Houston, TX; and a grandson, Hamilton Chase Tripp Barnett, of Houston, TX.
The family will receive friends Wednesday 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Wilkerson Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Eagle Forum Education and Legal Defense Fund, P.O. Box 618, Alton, IL 62002.
29th MARINES WW2
Bryant Tripp was born October 5, 1921. He was the only child of Zeber Nile Tripp and Daisy Ethel Tripp, both of Pitt County, NC.
Bryant Tripp enlisted 26 Sept 1942, while a student at Elon College, NC while majoring in Math and History. The Marine Corps allowed him to graduate from college in 1943, before going active duty. He was married to Katherine Rebecca Watkins 17 Dec 1943, before going overseas. He was married in his Green Class A's, due to the high cost of Dress Blues at the time.
Serial Number 031132
Oct 42 Platoon Leaders Unit, 6th Reserve District MBNYd Charleston, SC. Enlisted
26 Sept, 42, Joined from DHS Raleigh, NC.
April 43 Platoon Leaders Unit, 6th Reserve District MBNYd Charleston, SC.
July 43 Eighth Recruit Battalion, Marine Barracks, Paris Island, SC.
Oct 43 Co. K (35th Candidates Class) MCS, MB, Quantico, VA, see footnote A.
A= ( SOCMC to ACC commissioned as 2nd Lt., USMCR auth Commandant Marine Corp letter 1500-30 AU 271- dvh 5 Nov 42 char Exc.
Jan 44 1st Casual Company, Headquarters Battalion, Camp Lejeune, NC. 7-31 detached to d as Battalion Police Officer, Battalion Mail Officer, War Bond Promotional Officer, and Battalion Fire Marshall.
April 44 59th Replacement Battalion, Camp Lejeune, NC. 2nd Lt. 1-16, Battalion Officer to 61st Replacement Battalion Camp.
July 44 H&S Company, Infantry Training Regiment, FMF Camp Lejeune, NC. 2nd Lt. 1542 22 Joined from 65th Replacement Battalion: 23-31 CoO.
Oct 44 1st Lt, 28 Joined from 7th Replacement Draft CoO. Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 29th Marines Reinforced, 6th Division.
Jan 45 2nd Lt. BN Chemical Officer, Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 29th Marines, 6th Division.
April 45 1st Lt. BN Chemical Officer, Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 29th Marines, 6th Division.
******The chemical officer is responsible for protecting the battalion against gas.
Oct 45 1st Lt. Platoon Leader 81 MM Mortars, Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 29th Marines, 6th Division.
Jan 46 1st Lt. Platoon Leader 81 MM Mortars, Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 29th Marines, 6th Division.
May 46 1st Lt. Correct remarks to read *** to home awaiting release from active duty: 18 only travel: 19 April 46- 15 June 46. Leave 16 June 46. Released from active duty and assigned to GSU, 6th MCRD.
Dec 46 1st Lt. Separation Battalion, Camp Lejeune NC. 14 Joined from Headquarters 1st Marine Division, Fleet Marine Force, via USS PRESIDENT ADAMS, 6 March 46, embarked and sailed from Headquarters 1st Marine Division, FMF, in the field: 23 March 46, arrived and disembarked at San Diego, Calif. 23-25 March 46. Awaiting transfer: 26 March 46 3 proceed and travel: 4-14 Leave: 15-16 Awaiting Separation : 17 to home and inactive status: Authorized 48 das delay: Assigned to 6th Reserve District upon relief of active duty.
Jan 56 1st Lt. Inactive Status Officers List Volunteer Reserve 6th MCR&RD Atlanta, GA.
Change dependants to W2DP2DC.
2 Dependant Children.
Headquarters Company, Infantry Battalion
13. a. The headquarters company of the Marine infantry battalion consists of:
Company headquarters.
81mm mortar platoon.
Battalion headquarters (including headquarters section, intelligence and supply sections, and the communication platoon).
b. This unit is the brain and nerve center of the battalion. Only the mortar platoon has a tactical function.
When talking to Lt. Bryant Tripp as a young boy in the 1970's, I remember him mentioning Guadalcanal (I thought he fought there?) But it seems that's where the 6th Division was put together and trained there. According to the muster rolls, it would seem the only battle participated was Okinawa April-June 1945. According to the muster rolls it doesn't appear he was at Saipan June-July 1944, although the 1st Battalion, 29th Marines were engaged at Saipan attached to the 2nd Division.
"World War 2 Young American Patriots" notes he won (1) Presidential unit citation (Probably for Okinawa). The First Battalion, 29th Marines won (1) citation for Okinawa. So if he only received 1 citation, it would appear he was not present at Saipan, which also reflects on the muster rolls. It also states he was awarded the Bronze Star (Okinawa?), citation of events unknown.
******I remember this story the most was about the Japanese sword he had captured during WW2, but was disappointed his second shot had hit the sword and broken it, when the Japanese Officer fell. He said that the reason he selected the Japanese Officer was to obtain the sword, he was still disappointed 40 years later that the Japanese Officer turned or fell, and that his second shot hit the scabbard in the throat area and cracked or broke the blade. The M1 copper jacket was still welded to the scabbard when he showed it to me in the 70's, GREAT RELIC.....
He also told me his weapon of choice was the 45 cal Thompson machine gun. He did say the 45 cal Thompson was the best weapon because of the stopping power.
*****Thompsons were issued to various Marines, dependent on the Table of Organization. At various times in the war, rifle platoon sergeants and guides and mortar squad leaders were issued with these weapons. Marines either loved or hated the Thompson. Some valued its high volume of fire at close ranges. Other felt the gun was worthless because of its short effective range. Many Marines swore by the stopping power of the .45 ACP cartridges. Others felt the gun was much too heavy.
******M1 Carbine Although the M1 carbine looked somewhat like a downsized M1 rifle, it was a completely different weapon. In its intended role as an improved weapon for Marines who had previously carried pistols, the carbine served well and was a practical and useful firearm. It remained in the Marine Corps' inventory for many years after the war, making it a classic weapon of the Corps.
I'm not sure if the Japanese had manually detonated antipersonnel mines, but it seems there was a story, where my Uncle turned these mines around on the Japanese, so when the position was attacked and the Japanese detonated the mines, the mines would blast in the direction of the Japanese.
I conclusion, if Lt. Tripp didn't get to the unit till Oct. 44 per his muster rolls, it would appear all these incidents must have happened at Okinawa.
Bryant Tripp in household of Ben F Manning, "United States Census, 1930"
Name: Bryant Tripp
Event Type: Census
Event Date: 1930
Event Place: Bethel, Pitt, North Carolina
Gender: Male
Age: 8
Marital Status: Single
Race: White
Birthplace: North Carolina
Birth Year (Estimated): 1922
Immigration Year:
Relationship to Head of Household: Boarder
Father's Birthplace: North Carolina
Mother's Birthplace: North Carolina
District: 0009
Household ID: 237
Sheet Number and Letter: 14B
Line Number: 61
Affiliate Publication Number: T626, roll 1713
GS Film number: 2341447
Digital Folder Number: 4608308
Image Number: 00698
Household Gender Age Birthplace
Head Ben F Manning
M 37 North Carolina
Wife Annie Manning
F 28 North Carolina
Son Franklin Manning
M 12 North Carolina
Daughter Elizabeth Manning
F 11 North Carolina
Daughter Louise Manning
F 9 North Carolina
Daughter Corena Manning
F 3 North Carolina
Daughter Jane Turner
F 21 North Carolina
Son James Turner
M 16 North Carolina
Son Mcabner Turner
M 25 North Carolina
Boarder Ethel Tripp
F 30 North Carolina
Boarder Bryant Tripp M 8 North Carolina
Boarder Annie Mcwharter
F 50 North Carolina
Bryan Tripp in household of Z N Tripp, "United States Census, 1940"
Name: Bryan Tripp
Titles & Terms:
Event: Census
Event Year: 1940
Event Place: Bethel Township, Pitt, North Carolina, United States
Gender: Male
Age: 18
Marital Status: Single
Race (Original):
Race (Standardized): White
Relationship to Head of Household (Original):
Relationship to Head of Household (Standardized): Son
Birthplace: North Carolina
Estimated Birth Year: 1922
Residence in 1935: Same House
Enumeration District Number: 74-11
Family Number: 216
Sheet Number and Letter: 15A
Line Number: 25
NARA Publication Number: T627
NARA Roll Number: 2958
Digital Folder Number: 005460312
Image Number: 00328
Household Gender Age Birthplace
Head Z N Tripp
M 55 North Carolina
Wife Ethel Tripp
F 40 North Carolina
Son Bryan Tripp M 18 North Carolina
Bryant Tripp, "North Carolina, Marriages, 1759-1979"
Name: Bryant Tripp
Birth Date: 1922
Birthplace:
Age: 21
Spouse's Name: Katherine Rebecca Watkins
Spouse's Birth Date: 1924
Spouse's Birthplace:
Spouse's Age: 19
Event Date: 17 Dec 1943
Event Place: Cedar Grove, Orange, North Carolina
Father's Name:
Mother's Name:
Spouse's Father's Name:
Spouse's Mother's Name:
Race: White
Marital Status:
Previous Wife's Name:
Spouse's Race: White
Spouse's Marital Status:
Spouse's Previous Husband's Name:
The funeral service will be conducted Thursday at 4:00 p.m. in the Wilkerson Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Pinewood Memorial Park.
Mr. Tripp was born in Charleston, South Carolina. He graduated from Elon College before joining the Marines in World War II, where he fought bravely in the Pacific. He later acquired a graduate degree in Mathematics from East Carolina University. He will long be remembered as a wonderful high school math teacher in Maury, later in Tarboro, and then in Bethel. He was also a beloved principle of Pactolus Elementary School. Mr. Tripp was a farmer and owner of T & T Cleaners. He was a member of the United Methodist Church, where he taught Sunday school for many years, and a Mason and Shriner. He was the only child of Zeber Nile Tripp and Daisy Ethel Tripp, both of Pitt County, who preceded him in death.
He is survived by his: wife of 67 years, Katherine Watkins Tripp; daughters, Kay Tripp, of NC and Karen Bryant Tripp, a lawyer in Houston, TX; and a grandson, Hamilton Chase Tripp Barnett, of Houston, TX.
The family will receive friends Wednesday 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Wilkerson Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Eagle Forum Education and Legal Defense Fund, P.O. Box 618, Alton, IL 62002.
29th MARINES WW2
Bryant Tripp was born October 5, 1921. He was the only child of Zeber Nile Tripp and Daisy Ethel Tripp, both of Pitt County, NC.
Bryant Tripp enlisted 26 Sept 1942, while a student at Elon College, NC while majoring in Math and History. The Marine Corps allowed him to graduate from college in 1943, before going active duty. He was married to Katherine Rebecca Watkins 17 Dec 1943, before going overseas. He was married in his Green Class A's, due to the high cost of Dress Blues at the time.
Serial Number 031132
Oct 42 Platoon Leaders Unit, 6th Reserve District MBNYd Charleston, SC. Enlisted
26 Sept, 42, Joined from DHS Raleigh, NC.
April 43 Platoon Leaders Unit, 6th Reserve District MBNYd Charleston, SC.
July 43 Eighth Recruit Battalion, Marine Barracks, Paris Island, SC.
Oct 43 Co. K (35th Candidates Class) MCS, MB, Quantico, VA, see footnote A.
A= ( SOCMC to ACC commissioned as 2nd Lt., USMCR auth Commandant Marine Corp letter 1500-30 AU 271- dvh 5 Nov 42 char Exc.
Jan 44 1st Casual Company, Headquarters Battalion, Camp Lejeune, NC. 7-31 detached to d as Battalion Police Officer, Battalion Mail Officer, War Bond Promotional Officer, and Battalion Fire Marshall.
April 44 59th Replacement Battalion, Camp Lejeune, NC. 2nd Lt. 1-16, Battalion Officer to 61st Replacement Battalion Camp.
July 44 H&S Company, Infantry Training Regiment, FMF Camp Lejeune, NC. 2nd Lt. 1542 22 Joined from 65th Replacement Battalion: 23-31 CoO.
Oct 44 1st Lt, 28 Joined from 7th Replacement Draft CoO. Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 29th Marines Reinforced, 6th Division.
Jan 45 2nd Lt. BN Chemical Officer, Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 29th Marines, 6th Division.
April 45 1st Lt. BN Chemical Officer, Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 29th Marines, 6th Division.
******The chemical officer is responsible for protecting the battalion against gas.
Oct 45 1st Lt. Platoon Leader 81 MM Mortars, Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 29th Marines, 6th Division.
Jan 46 1st Lt. Platoon Leader 81 MM Mortars, Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 29th Marines, 6th Division.
May 46 1st Lt. Correct remarks to read *** to home awaiting release from active duty: 18 only travel: 19 April 46- 15 June 46. Leave 16 June 46. Released from active duty and assigned to GSU, 6th MCRD.
Dec 46 1st Lt. Separation Battalion, Camp Lejeune NC. 14 Joined from Headquarters 1st Marine Division, Fleet Marine Force, via USS PRESIDENT ADAMS, 6 March 46, embarked and sailed from Headquarters 1st Marine Division, FMF, in the field: 23 March 46, arrived and disembarked at San Diego, Calif. 23-25 March 46. Awaiting transfer: 26 March 46 3 proceed and travel: 4-14 Leave: 15-16 Awaiting Separation : 17 to home and inactive status: Authorized 48 das delay: Assigned to 6th Reserve District upon relief of active duty.
Jan 56 1st Lt. Inactive Status Officers List Volunteer Reserve 6th MCR&RD Atlanta, GA.
Change dependants to W2DP2DC.
2 Dependant Children.
Headquarters Company, Infantry Battalion
13. a. The headquarters company of the Marine infantry battalion consists of:
Company headquarters.
81mm mortar platoon.
Battalion headquarters (including headquarters section, intelligence and supply sections, and the communication platoon).
b. This unit is the brain and nerve center of the battalion. Only the mortar platoon has a tactical function.
When talking to Lt. Bryant Tripp as a young boy in the 1970's, I remember him mentioning Guadalcanal (I thought he fought there?) But it seems that's where the 6th Division was put together and trained there. According to the muster rolls, it would seem the only battle participated was Okinawa April-June 1945. According to the muster rolls it doesn't appear he was at Saipan June-July 1944, although the 1st Battalion, 29th Marines were engaged at Saipan attached to the 2nd Division.
"World War 2 Young American Patriots" notes he won (1) Presidential unit citation (Probably for Okinawa). The First Battalion, 29th Marines won (1) citation for Okinawa. So if he only received 1 citation, it would appear he was not present at Saipan, which also reflects on the muster rolls. It also states he was awarded the Bronze Star (Okinawa?), citation of events unknown.
******I remember this story the most was about the Japanese sword he had captured during WW2, but was disappointed his second shot had hit the sword and broken it, when the Japanese Officer fell. He said that the reason he selected the Japanese Officer was to obtain the sword, he was still disappointed 40 years later that the Japanese Officer turned or fell, and that his second shot hit the scabbard in the throat area and cracked or broke the blade. The M1 copper jacket was still welded to the scabbard when he showed it to me in the 70's, GREAT RELIC.....
He also told me his weapon of choice was the 45 cal Thompson machine gun. He did say the 45 cal Thompson was the best weapon because of the stopping power.
*****Thompsons were issued to various Marines, dependent on the Table of Organization. At various times in the war, rifle platoon sergeants and guides and mortar squad leaders were issued with these weapons. Marines either loved or hated the Thompson. Some valued its high volume of fire at close ranges. Other felt the gun was worthless because of its short effective range. Many Marines swore by the stopping power of the .45 ACP cartridges. Others felt the gun was much too heavy.
******M1 Carbine Although the M1 carbine looked somewhat like a downsized M1 rifle, it was a completely different weapon. In its intended role as an improved weapon for Marines who had previously carried pistols, the carbine served well and was a practical and useful firearm. It remained in the Marine Corps' inventory for many years after the war, making it a classic weapon of the Corps.
I'm not sure if the Japanese had manually detonated antipersonnel mines, but it seems there was a story, where my Uncle turned these mines around on the Japanese, so when the position was attacked and the Japanese detonated the mines, the mines would blast in the direction of the Japanese.
I conclusion, if Lt. Tripp didn't get to the unit till Oct. 44 per his muster rolls, it would appear all these incidents must have happened at Okinawa.
Bryant Tripp in household of Ben F Manning, "United States Census, 1930"
Name: Bryant Tripp
Event Type: Census
Event Date: 1930
Event Place: Bethel, Pitt, North Carolina
Gender: Male
Age: 8
Marital Status: Single
Race: White
Birthplace: North Carolina
Birth Year (Estimated): 1922
Immigration Year:
Relationship to Head of Household: Boarder
Father's Birthplace: North Carolina
Mother's Birthplace: North Carolina
District: 0009
Household ID: 237
Sheet Number and Letter: 14B
Line Number: 61
Affiliate Publication Number: T626, roll 1713
GS Film number: 2341447
Digital Folder Number: 4608308
Image Number: 00698
Household Gender Age Birthplace
Head Ben F Manning
M 37 North Carolina
Wife Annie Manning
F 28 North Carolina
Son Franklin Manning
M 12 North Carolina
Daughter Elizabeth Manning
F 11 North Carolina
Daughter Louise Manning
F 9 North Carolina
Daughter Corena Manning
F 3 North Carolina
Daughter Jane Turner
F 21 North Carolina
Son James Turner
M 16 North Carolina
Son Mcabner Turner
M 25 North Carolina
Boarder Ethel Tripp
F 30 North Carolina
Boarder Bryant Tripp M 8 North Carolina
Boarder Annie Mcwharter
F 50 North Carolina
Bryan Tripp in household of Z N Tripp, "United States Census, 1940"
Name: Bryan Tripp
Titles & Terms:
Event: Census
Event Year: 1940
Event Place: Bethel Township, Pitt, North Carolina, United States
Gender: Male
Age: 18
Marital Status: Single
Race (Original):
Race (Standardized): White
Relationship to Head of Household (Original):
Relationship to Head of Household (Standardized): Son
Birthplace: North Carolina
Estimated Birth Year: 1922
Residence in 1935: Same House
Enumeration District Number: 74-11
Family Number: 216
Sheet Number and Letter: 15A
Line Number: 25
NARA Publication Number: T627
NARA Roll Number: 2958
Digital Folder Number: 005460312
Image Number: 00328
Household Gender Age Birthplace
Head Z N Tripp
M 55 North Carolina
Wife Ethel Tripp
F 40 North Carolina
Son Bryan Tripp M 18 North Carolina
Bryant Tripp, "North Carolina, Marriages, 1759-1979"
Name: Bryant Tripp
Birth Date: 1922
Birthplace:
Age: 21
Spouse's Name: Katherine Rebecca Watkins
Spouse's Birth Date: 1924
Spouse's Birthplace:
Spouse's Age: 19
Event Date: 17 Dec 1943
Event Place: Cedar Grove, Orange, North Carolina
Father's Name:
Mother's Name:
Spouse's Father's Name:
Spouse's Mother's Name:
Race: White
Marital Status:
Previous Wife's Name:
Spouse's Race: White
Spouse's Marital Status:
Spouse's Previous Husband's Name:
Bryant Tripp, nearly 89 years of age, joined his father in heaven on Sunday, March 6, 2011 after a brief illness with pneumonia.
The funeral service will be conducted Thursday at 4:00 p.m. in the Wilkerson Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Pinewood Memorial Park.
Mr. Tripp was born in Charleston, South Carolina. He graduated from Elon College before joining the Marines in World War II, where he fought bravely in the Pacific. He later acquired a graduate degree in Mathematics from East Carolina University. He will long be remembered as a wonderful high school math teacher in Maury, later in Tarboro, and then in Bethel. He was also a beloved principle of Pactolus Elementary School. Mr. Tripp was a farmer and owner of T & T Cleaners. He was a member of the United Methodist Church, where he taught Sunday school for many years, and a Mason and Shriner. He was the only child of Zeber Nile Tripp and Daisy Ethel Tripp, both of Pitt County, who preceded him in death.
He is survived by his: wife of 67 years, Katherine Watkins Tripp; daughters, Kay Tripp, of NC and Karen Bryant Tripp, a lawyer in Houston, TX; and a grandson, Hamilton Chase Tripp Barnett, of Houston, TX.
The family will receive friends Wednesday 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Wilkerson Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Eagle Forum Education and Legal Defense Fund, P.O. Box 618, Alton, IL 62002.
29th MARINES WW2
Bryant Tripp was born October 5, 1921. He was the only child of Zeber Nile Tripp and Daisy Ethel Tripp, both of Pitt County, NC.
Bryant Tripp enlisted 26 Sept 1942, while a student at Elon College, NC while majoring in Math and History. The Marine Corps allowed him to graduate from college in 1943, before going active duty. He was married to Katherine Rebecca Watkins 17 Dec 1943, before going overseas. He was married in his Green Class A's, due to the high cost of Dress Blues at the time.
Serial Number 031132
Oct 42 Platoon Leaders Unit, 6th Reserve District MBNYd Charleston, SC. Enlisted
26 Sept, 42, Joined from DHS Raleigh, NC.
April 43 Platoon Leaders Unit, 6th Reserve District MBNYd Charleston, SC.
July 43 Eighth Recruit Battalion, Marine Barracks, Paris Island, SC.
Oct 43 Co. K (35th Candidates Class) MCS, MB, Quantico, VA, see footnote A.
A= ( SOCMC to ACC commissioned as 2nd Lt., USMCR auth Commandant Marine Corp letter 1500-30 AU 271- dvh 5 Nov 42 char Exc.
Jan 44 1st Casual Company, Headquarters Battalion, Camp Lejeune, NC. 7-31 detached to d as Battalion Police Officer, Battalion Mail Officer, War Bond Promotional Officer, and Battalion Fire Marshall.
April 44 59th Replacement Battalion, Camp Lejeune, NC. 2nd Lt. 1-16, Battalion Officer to 61st Replacement Battalion Camp.
July 44 H&S Company, Infantry Training Regiment, FMF Camp Lejeune, NC. 2nd Lt. 1542 22 Joined from 65th Replacement Battalion: 23-31 CoO.
Oct 44 1st Lt, 28 Joined from 7th Replacement Draft CoO. Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 29th Marines Reinforced, 6th Division.
Jan 45 2nd Lt. BN Chemical Officer, Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 29th Marines, 6th Division.
April 45 1st Lt. BN Chemical Officer, Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 29th Marines, 6th Division.
******The chemical officer is responsible for protecting the battalion against gas.
Oct 45 1st Lt. Platoon Leader 81 MM Mortars, Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 29th Marines, 6th Division.
Jan 46 1st Lt. Platoon Leader 81 MM Mortars, Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 29th Marines, 6th Division.
May 46 1st Lt. Correct remarks to read *** to home awaiting release from active duty: 18 only travel: 19 April 46- 15 June 46. Leave 16 June 46. Released from active duty and assigned to GSU, 6th MCRD.
Dec 46 1st Lt. Separation Battalion, Camp Lejeune NC. 14 Joined from Headquarters 1st Marine Division, Fleet Marine Force, via USS PRESIDENT ADAMS, 6 March 46, embarked and sailed from Headquarters 1st Marine Division, FMF, in the field: 23 March 46, arrived and disembarked at San Diego, Calif. 23-25 March 46. Awaiting transfer: 26 March 46 3 proceed and travel: 4-14 Leave: 15-16 Awaiting Separation : 17 to home and inactive status: Authorized 48 das delay: Assigned to 6th Reserve District upon relief of active duty.
Jan 56 1st Lt. Inactive Status Officers List Volunteer Reserve 6th MCR&RD Atlanta, GA.
Change dependants to W2DP2DC.
2 Dependant Children.
Headquarters Company, Infantry Battalion
13. a. The headquarters company of the Marine infantry battalion consists of:
Company headquarters.
81mm mortar platoon.
Battalion headquarters (including headquarters section, intelligence and supply sections, and the communication platoon).
b. This unit is the brain and nerve center of the battalion. Only the mortar platoon has a tactical function.
When talking to Lt. Bryant Tripp as a young boy in the 1970's, I remember him mentioning Guadalcanal (I thought he fought there?) But it seems that's where the 6th Division was put together and trained there. According to the muster rolls, it would seem the only battle participated was Okinawa April-June 1945. According to the muster rolls it doesn't appear he was at Saipan June-July 1944, although the 1st Battalion, 29th Marines were engaged at Saipan attached to the 2nd Division.
"World War 2 Young American Patriots" notes he won (1) Presidential unit citation (Probably for Okinawa). The First Battalion, 29th Marines won (1) citation for Okinawa. So if he only received 1 citation, it would appear he was not present at Saipan, which also reflects on the muster rolls. It also states he was awarded the Bronze Star (Okinawa?), citation of events unknown.
******I remember this story the most was about the Japanese sword he had captured during WW2, but was disappointed his second shot had hit the sword and broken it, when the Japanese Officer fell. He said that the reason he selected the Japanese Officer was to obtain the sword, he was still disappointed 40 years later that the Japanese Officer turned or fell, and that his second shot hit the scabbard in the throat area and cracked or broke the blade. The M1 copper jacket was still welded to the scabbard when he showed it to me in the 70's, GREAT RELIC.....
He also told me his weapon of choice was the 45 cal Thompson machine gun. He did say the 45 cal Thompson was the best weapon because of the stopping power.
*****Thompsons were issued to various Marines, dependent on the Table of Organization. At various times in the war, rifle platoon sergeants and guides and mortar squad leaders were issued with these weapons. Marines either loved or hated the Thompson. Some valued its high volume of fire at close ranges. Other felt the gun was worthless because of its short effective range. Many Marines swore by the stopping power of the .45 ACP cartridges. Others felt the gun was much too heavy.
******M1 Carbine Although the M1 carbine looked somewhat like a downsized M1 rifle, it was a completely different weapon. In its intended role as an improved weapon for Marines who had previously carried pistols, the carbine served well and was a practical and useful firearm. It remained in the Marine Corps' inventory for many years after the war, making it a classic weapon of the Corps.
I'm not sure if the Japanese had manually detonated antipersonnel mines, but it seems there was a story, where my Uncle turned these mines around on the Japanese, so when the position was attacked and the Japanese detonated the mines, the mines would blast in the direction of the Japanese.
I conclusion, if Lt. Tripp didn't get to the unit till Oct. 44 per his muster rolls, it would appear all these incidents must have happened at Okinawa.
Bryant Tripp in household of Ben F Manning, "United States Census, 1930"
Name: Bryant Tripp
Event Type: Census
Event Date: 1930
Event Place: Bethel, Pitt, North Carolina
Gender: Male
Age: 8
Marital Status: Single
Race: White
Birthplace: North Carolina
Birth Year (Estimated): 1922
Immigration Year:
Relationship to Head of Household: Boarder
Father's Birthplace: North Carolina
Mother's Birthplace: North Carolina
District: 0009
Household ID: 237
Sheet Number and Letter: 14B
Line Number: 61
Affiliate Publication Number: T626, roll 1713
GS Film number: 2341447
Digital Folder Number: 4608308
Image Number: 00698
Household Gender Age Birthplace
Head Ben F Manning
M 37 North Carolina
Wife Annie Manning
F 28 North Carolina
Son Franklin Manning
M 12 North Carolina
Daughter Elizabeth Manning
F 11 North Carolina
Daughter Louise Manning
F 9 North Carolina
Daughter Corena Manning
F 3 North Carolina
Daughter Jane Turner
F 21 North Carolina
Son James Turner
M 16 North Carolina
Son Mcabner Turner
M 25 North Carolina
Boarder Ethel Tripp
F 30 North Carolina
Boarder Bryant Tripp M 8 North Carolina
Boarder Annie Mcwharter
F 50 North Carolina
Bryan Tripp in household of Z N Tripp, "United States Census, 1940"
Name: Bryan Tripp
Titles & Terms:
Event: Census
Event Year: 1940
Event Place: Bethel Township, Pitt, North Carolina, United States
Gender: Male
Age: 18
Marital Status: Single
Race (Original):
Race (Standardized): White
Relationship to Head of Household (Original):
Relationship to Head of Household (Standardized): Son
Birthplace: North Carolina
Estimated Birth Year: 1922
Residence in 1935: Same House
Enumeration District Number: 74-11
Family Number: 216
Sheet Number and Letter: 15A
Line Number: 25
NARA Publication Number: T627
NARA Roll Number: 2958
Digital Folder Number: 005460312
Image Number: 00328
Household Gender Age Birthplace
Head Z N Tripp
M 55 North Carolina
Wife Ethel Tripp
F 40 North Carolina
Son Bryan Tripp M 18 North Carolina
Bryant Tripp, "North Carolina, Marriages, 1759-1979"
Name: Bryant Tripp
Birth Date: 1922
Birthplace:
Age: 21
Spouse's Name: Katherine Rebecca Watkins
Spouse's Birth Date: 1924
Spouse's Birthplace:
Spouse's Age: 19
Event Date: 17 Dec 1943
Event Place: Cedar Grove, Orange, North Carolina
Father's Name:
Mother's Name:
Spouse's Father's Name:
Spouse's Mother's Name:
Race: White
Marital Status:
Previous Wife's Name:
Spouse's Race: White
Spouse's Marital Status:
Spouse's Previous Husband's Name:
The funeral service will be conducted Thursday at 4:00 p.m. in the Wilkerson Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Pinewood Memorial Park.
Mr. Tripp was born in Charleston, South Carolina. He graduated from Elon College before joining the Marines in World War II, where he fought bravely in the Pacific. He later acquired a graduate degree in Mathematics from East Carolina University. He will long be remembered as a wonderful high school math teacher in Maury, later in Tarboro, and then in Bethel. He was also a beloved principle of Pactolus Elementary School. Mr. Tripp was a farmer and owner of T & T Cleaners. He was a member of the United Methodist Church, where he taught Sunday school for many years, and a Mason and Shriner. He was the only child of Zeber Nile Tripp and Daisy Ethel Tripp, both of Pitt County, who preceded him in death.
He is survived by his: wife of 67 years, Katherine Watkins Tripp; daughters, Kay Tripp, of NC and Karen Bryant Tripp, a lawyer in Houston, TX; and a grandson, Hamilton Chase Tripp Barnett, of Houston, TX.
The family will receive friends Wednesday 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Wilkerson Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Eagle Forum Education and Legal Defense Fund, P.O. Box 618, Alton, IL 62002.
29th MARINES WW2
Bryant Tripp was born October 5, 1921. He was the only child of Zeber Nile Tripp and Daisy Ethel Tripp, both of Pitt County, NC.
Bryant Tripp enlisted 26 Sept 1942, while a student at Elon College, NC while majoring in Math and History. The Marine Corps allowed him to graduate from college in 1943, before going active duty. He was married to Katherine Rebecca Watkins 17 Dec 1943, before going overseas. He was married in his Green Class A's, due to the high cost of Dress Blues at the time.
Serial Number 031132
Oct 42 Platoon Leaders Unit, 6th Reserve District MBNYd Charleston, SC. Enlisted
26 Sept, 42, Joined from DHS Raleigh, NC.
April 43 Platoon Leaders Unit, 6th Reserve District MBNYd Charleston, SC.
July 43 Eighth Recruit Battalion, Marine Barracks, Paris Island, SC.
Oct 43 Co. K (35th Candidates Class) MCS, MB, Quantico, VA, see footnote A.
A= ( SOCMC to ACC commissioned as 2nd Lt., USMCR auth Commandant Marine Corp letter 1500-30 AU 271- dvh 5 Nov 42 char Exc.
Jan 44 1st Casual Company, Headquarters Battalion, Camp Lejeune, NC. 7-31 detached to d as Battalion Police Officer, Battalion Mail Officer, War Bond Promotional Officer, and Battalion Fire Marshall.
April 44 59th Replacement Battalion, Camp Lejeune, NC. 2nd Lt. 1-16, Battalion Officer to 61st Replacement Battalion Camp.
July 44 H&S Company, Infantry Training Regiment, FMF Camp Lejeune, NC. 2nd Lt. 1542 22 Joined from 65th Replacement Battalion: 23-31 CoO.
Oct 44 1st Lt, 28 Joined from 7th Replacement Draft CoO. Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 29th Marines Reinforced, 6th Division.
Jan 45 2nd Lt. BN Chemical Officer, Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 29th Marines, 6th Division.
April 45 1st Lt. BN Chemical Officer, Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 29th Marines, 6th Division.
******The chemical officer is responsible for protecting the battalion against gas.
Oct 45 1st Lt. Platoon Leader 81 MM Mortars, Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 29th Marines, 6th Division.
Jan 46 1st Lt. Platoon Leader 81 MM Mortars, Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 29th Marines, 6th Division.
May 46 1st Lt. Correct remarks to read *** to home awaiting release from active duty: 18 only travel: 19 April 46- 15 June 46. Leave 16 June 46. Released from active duty and assigned to GSU, 6th MCRD.
Dec 46 1st Lt. Separation Battalion, Camp Lejeune NC. 14 Joined from Headquarters 1st Marine Division, Fleet Marine Force, via USS PRESIDENT ADAMS, 6 March 46, embarked and sailed from Headquarters 1st Marine Division, FMF, in the field: 23 March 46, arrived and disembarked at San Diego, Calif. 23-25 March 46. Awaiting transfer: 26 March 46 3 proceed and travel: 4-14 Leave: 15-16 Awaiting Separation : 17 to home and inactive status: Authorized 48 das delay: Assigned to 6th Reserve District upon relief of active duty.
Jan 56 1st Lt. Inactive Status Officers List Volunteer Reserve 6th MCR&RD Atlanta, GA.
Change dependants to W2DP2DC.
2 Dependant Children.
Headquarters Company, Infantry Battalion
13. a. The headquarters company of the Marine infantry battalion consists of:
Company headquarters.
81mm mortar platoon.
Battalion headquarters (including headquarters section, intelligence and supply sections, and the communication platoon).
b. This unit is the brain and nerve center of the battalion. Only the mortar platoon has a tactical function.
When talking to Lt. Bryant Tripp as a young boy in the 1970's, I remember him mentioning Guadalcanal (I thought he fought there?) But it seems that's where the 6th Division was put together and trained there. According to the muster rolls, it would seem the only battle participated was Okinawa April-June 1945. According to the muster rolls it doesn't appear he was at Saipan June-July 1944, although the 1st Battalion, 29th Marines were engaged at Saipan attached to the 2nd Division.
"World War 2 Young American Patriots" notes he won (1) Presidential unit citation (Probably for Okinawa). The First Battalion, 29th Marines won (1) citation for Okinawa. So if he only received 1 citation, it would appear he was not present at Saipan, which also reflects on the muster rolls. It also states he was awarded the Bronze Star (Okinawa?), citation of events unknown.
******I remember this story the most was about the Japanese sword he had captured during WW2, but was disappointed his second shot had hit the sword and broken it, when the Japanese Officer fell. He said that the reason he selected the Japanese Officer was to obtain the sword, he was still disappointed 40 years later that the Japanese Officer turned or fell, and that his second shot hit the scabbard in the throat area and cracked or broke the blade. The M1 copper jacket was still welded to the scabbard when he showed it to me in the 70's, GREAT RELIC.....
He also told me his weapon of choice was the 45 cal Thompson machine gun. He did say the 45 cal Thompson was the best weapon because of the stopping power.
*****Thompsons were issued to various Marines, dependent on the Table of Organization. At various times in the war, rifle platoon sergeants and guides and mortar squad leaders were issued with these weapons. Marines either loved or hated the Thompson. Some valued its high volume of fire at close ranges. Other felt the gun was worthless because of its short effective range. Many Marines swore by the stopping power of the .45 ACP cartridges. Others felt the gun was much too heavy.
******M1 Carbine Although the M1 carbine looked somewhat like a downsized M1 rifle, it was a completely different weapon. In its intended role as an improved weapon for Marines who had previously carried pistols, the carbine served well and was a practical and useful firearm. It remained in the Marine Corps' inventory for many years after the war, making it a classic weapon of the Corps.
I'm not sure if the Japanese had manually detonated antipersonnel mines, but it seems there was a story, where my Uncle turned these mines around on the Japanese, so when the position was attacked and the Japanese detonated the mines, the mines would blast in the direction of the Japanese.
I conclusion, if Lt. Tripp didn't get to the unit till Oct. 44 per his muster rolls, it would appear all these incidents must have happened at Okinawa.
Bryant Tripp in household of Ben F Manning, "United States Census, 1930"
Name: Bryant Tripp
Event Type: Census
Event Date: 1930
Event Place: Bethel, Pitt, North Carolina
Gender: Male
Age: 8
Marital Status: Single
Race: White
Birthplace: North Carolina
Birth Year (Estimated): 1922
Immigration Year:
Relationship to Head of Household: Boarder
Father's Birthplace: North Carolina
Mother's Birthplace: North Carolina
District: 0009
Household ID: 237
Sheet Number and Letter: 14B
Line Number: 61
Affiliate Publication Number: T626, roll 1713
GS Film number: 2341447
Digital Folder Number: 4608308
Image Number: 00698
Household Gender Age Birthplace
Head Ben F Manning
M 37 North Carolina
Wife Annie Manning
F 28 North Carolina
Son Franklin Manning
M 12 North Carolina
Daughter Elizabeth Manning
F 11 North Carolina
Daughter Louise Manning
F 9 North Carolina
Daughter Corena Manning
F 3 North Carolina
Daughter Jane Turner
F 21 North Carolina
Son James Turner
M 16 North Carolina
Son Mcabner Turner
M 25 North Carolina
Boarder Ethel Tripp
F 30 North Carolina
Boarder Bryant Tripp M 8 North Carolina
Boarder Annie Mcwharter
F 50 North Carolina
Bryan Tripp in household of Z N Tripp, "United States Census, 1940"
Name: Bryan Tripp
Titles & Terms:
Event: Census
Event Year: 1940
Event Place: Bethel Township, Pitt, North Carolina, United States
Gender: Male
Age: 18
Marital Status: Single
Race (Original):
Race (Standardized): White
Relationship to Head of Household (Original):
Relationship to Head of Household (Standardized): Son
Birthplace: North Carolina
Estimated Birth Year: 1922
Residence in 1935: Same House
Enumeration District Number: 74-11
Family Number: 216
Sheet Number and Letter: 15A
Line Number: 25
NARA Publication Number: T627
NARA Roll Number: 2958
Digital Folder Number: 005460312
Image Number: 00328
Household Gender Age Birthplace
Head Z N Tripp
M 55 North Carolina
Wife Ethel Tripp
F 40 North Carolina
Son Bryan Tripp M 18 North Carolina
Bryant Tripp, "North Carolina, Marriages, 1759-1979"
Name: Bryant Tripp
Birth Date: 1922
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Age: 21
Spouse's Name: Katherine Rebecca Watkins
Spouse's Birth Date: 1924
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Spouse's Age: 19
Event Date: 17 Dec 1943
Event Place: Cedar Grove, Orange, North Carolina
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