Talk:Frank Wead

Nickname explanation and "jeep" carrier segments needed
Shouldn't there be some explanation as to the genesis of his unusual nickname "Spig"? (I suppose it's pretty clear how he picked up "Sparrow", which is, I believe, NOT mentioned in "Wings of Eagles".)

And since the film makes such a big deal about the "jeep" carrier innovation--though it was never clear to me, despite several viewings of the flick over the decades, why this was such a strategic coup for the American Navy--shouldn't it be at least mentioned in passing? I'd also like to see some discussion as to whether the jeep carriers were an ad hoc policy merely in place during the latter stages of WWII, or whether it remains part of the Pentagon's strategy or tactics today.

I'm also curious, incidentally, as to Wead's height (which isn't evident in the photographs provided), to compare it to Wayne's 6'4" stature. [signed] FLORIDA BRYAN  — Preceding unsigned comment added by 50.153.105.108 (talk) 05:24, 11 November 2015 (UTC)


 * Good questions. "Jeep carriers" were used during the War but. as I read the record, Wead may not have been as involved in the concept as the the movie suggested; if you know of a reliable source to the contrary, jump in. Officially, they're called "Escort carriers." To my knowledge, the concept did not survive the War. I'll leave the peculiarities of Hollywood casting to someone who understand them.-- Jim in Georgia  Contribs  Talk  13:53, 11 November 2015 (UTC)

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A Confusion of Final Resting Places
This article states that Wead is buried in both Illinois and Ohio. I have not yet been able to verify which statement is correct. PlaysInPeoria (talk) 00:01, 18 August 2020 (UTC)
 * Thanks. Fixed. At some point, someone found a grave for a Min Wead and jumped to conclusions. It may have even been me!-- Georgia Army Vet Contribs Talk 18:35, 18 August 2020 (UTC)