Bay of Pigs Veteran
Jack Moore
Interviewed by:
Mary Sheppard and Natasha Kryszkiewicz
“I may not go to church every Sunday, but I do have a guardian angel,
and that’s why I’m sitting here today.”
~ Jack Moore 12:54
Name:
Jack Moore
Year of Birth:
1930
Branch of Service:
Navy
Dates of Service:
1955 - 1964
Location of Military Service:
New Jersey, New York,
California, Florida, Maryland
Residence at Time of Interview:
Harwich, MA
Jack Moore's Story:
Jack Moore was born in Massachusetts but grew up in many different places. Both of his parents were present in his childhood, and Jack looked up to both his mother and his father. Jack, like his father, was very excited to start new adventures which is what led him to want to join the military force. Being a part of the Bay of Pigs Investigation, Jack was a part of many naval tests. He was an engine pilot and had many fun experiences such as catapulting, and going from 0- 160 mph in a matter of 3 - 5 seconds. Jack was also going to medical school for many years. However, he did have some near death experiences, for example, a jet he was flying that held lots of flammable fuel, had a hole blown into the side of it. Wanting to settle down with his wife, and two kids, Jack left the service, not before becoming an honorary member of his military group. Jack Moore now resides in Harwich with his dog, Pippin.
McDonnell F4 Phantom