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Charles White Whittlesey Missing Person Case

Last seen in New York, New York on Nov 26, 1921

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Jan 27, 2026

Jan 27, 2026

Charles

White Whittlesey

141

37

Unknown inches

White

Male

Nov 26, 1921

New York

New York

New York

None

07/19/2026

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Charles White Whittlesey, a 37-year-old attorney and decorated World War I hero, vanished on November 26, 1921, after boarding the SS Toloa in New York for a voyage to Havana, Cuba. That evening, Whittlesey dined with the ship's captain and was reportedly in good spirits. He was last seen leaving the smoking room at approximately 11:15 p.m., stating he was going to bed. He was never seen again and was reported missing the following morning at 8:00 a.m.

Prior to his departure, Whitt ...
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Last Seen: Nov 26, 1921

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  • Charles W. Whittlesey - Wikipedia
  • The Tragedy of Heroism: Charles W. Whittlesey
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