During the early parts of the war, Whitcomb served as a Navy lieutenant on a minesweeper.

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What was left of the former U.S. Navy minesweeper was lifted off a Philippine reef on Saturday.

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Four navy officers on the minesweeper were also relieved of their duties.

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Fans have compared it to something seen in the classic videogame Minesweeper.

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It culminated in the 10-month command of the 360-ton Minesweeper HMS Bronnington.

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Four navy officers on the minesweeper were relieved of their duties.

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