During a visit to the Navy Museum in Washington DC with my oldest grandson, I discovered an account of the invasion at Anzio
that included the bronze plaque from the deck of the Philadelphia, complete with battle stars.
I hope to return there again with a better camera to capture the detail without the glare.

As part of my search for the Philadelphia I visited the Navy Historical Center on Veterans Day. This is the "Lone Sailor"

In December 2007 I visited Dan and Vera O'Connor who graciously gave me the mementos of reunions which I now have displayed along with my Dad's photos.