McCurdy, James G., 1923-

James G. McCurdy II was born in Seattle in 1923. He was a star football player at the University of Washington and went on to become chairman of the Puget Sound Bridge and Dredging Company. His father, Horace Winslow ("H.W.") McCurdy (1899-1989), had earlier served as president and general manager of the company. Founded in 1889, the Puget Sound Bridge and Dredging Company was destined to become one of Seattle's most important companies. Whether under the title Puget Sound Bridge and Dredging Company or Lockheed Shipbuilding and Construction Company, their hand can be seen in most major construction sites in the Pacific Northwest including Alaska, British Columbia, Washington, Idaho, Oregon, and California. In addition, they are responsible for many ships, including some of the Washington State ferries and many naval vessels during and after World War II. Puget Sound Bridge and Dredging Company was purchased by Lockheed in 1959.

From the description of James G. McCurdy II photographs and other material, 1889-1943. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 163599339

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