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Tuesday December 31, 2013 - 02:54 PM
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Name: James (CHRIS) Cowan |
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Rank/Rate: ABE-2 |
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Division/Squadron: V-2 Cat-1 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 79-82 |
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Location: Tacoma WA USA |
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Comments: 30 years ago we were anchored off Pattaya,Thailand getting ready to unleash a New Years celebration of epic proportions. Having just done a 78 day gig in the IO, the crew had one mighty party. I am glad to have survived a fantastic port visit to one of my favorite weekend rest stops. |
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Monday December 30, 2013 - 07:32 PM
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Name: richard e. fleming |
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Rank/Rate: sa |
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Division/Squadron: gunners mate |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1960 |
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Location: fort worth texas usa |
Comments: we put the ship back into commission with new angle deck, year 1960.
I was a gunners mate on starboard side with 5"-54 enclosed gun mounts. |
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Monday December 30, 2013 - 12:18 PM
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Name: Jeffrey Mitchell |
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Rank/Rate: E3 |
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Division/Squadron: Engine-room #1 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1975-76 |
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Location: Kansas city Missouri United States |
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Comments: On 75-76 part of operation North wind and the rescue of Mayaguez, engine-room #1- received my dis-charged 9-3-76 on was airlifted by chopper that morning. We were in port @ Oakland-Alameda with the Enterprise. "Best duty station". |
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Thursday December 26, 2013 - 04:07 PM
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Name: Dennis Trundle |
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Rank/Rate: AQ / AX |
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Division/Squadron: VA-94 / VA-27 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1973-1983 |
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Location: Millington Tennessee USA |
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Comments: Served aboard the Coral Maru as my 1st carrier. She was older than anyone aboard her at the time. Always dragging a screw, evaps were almost always down and had enough JP5 in the water system that was guaranteed to make a cup of coffee that LITERALY got you going whenever .I am sooooo proud to be a Coral Sea sailor as know other ship in the fleet had the personality that she did. |
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Thursday December 26, 2013 - 01:23 PM
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Name: Daniel Spahn |
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Rank/Rate: AT2 |
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Division/Squadron: RVAW-110/WC641 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1974-75 |
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Location: Cedar Rapids Iowa US |
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Comments: Will never forget April-May 1975 |
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Thursday December 26, 2013 - 10:06 AM
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Name: JEFF MILLION |
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Rank/Rate: BM3 |
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Division/Squadron: 2ND DIVISION |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1974-1978 |
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Location: DREXEL HILL PA USA |
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Comments: Just wanted to wish my former shipmates a happy holiday season and prosperous new year. A great ship is only because of the great people who served on her; thanks for making the good memories overshadow the bad. |
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Wednesday December 25, 2013 - 09:53 PM
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Name: Bob Brainard |
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Rank/Rate: RM3 |
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Division/Squadron: Radio |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1971-1972 |
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Location: Visalia CA USA |
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Comments: I picked up the Coral Maru Hunter's Point during SFOMS Config. WestPac '71 to June '72. Lots of Helo time. Worked Radio and Sig procurement. CVA43 did not have use for a S/S CW operator. Recall my WestPac tour as a very busy time from the PI to Yankee Sta. Met and lost track of some very good people. |
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Wednesday December 25, 2013 - 05:32 PM
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Name: Darwin "Hap" Litzell |
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Rank/Rate: PN3 |
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Division/Squadron: VAH2 & X Div |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1960-61-&62 |
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Location: Glenwood City Wisconsin USA |
Comments: Would like to wish all my shipmates a very happy and prosperous Christmas and New Years. Was just thinking that 53 years this week we were anchored in Buchner Bay, Okinawa and we were quite suddenly ordered to get underway. At the time most of us thought that we were heading for Cuba but we were in fact ordered to the South China Sea and put on DEFCON2 alert. This was due to the communist aggression in Laos and we were rendering assistance to Laos. This was a clandestine mission at the time and there were 2 other carrier air groups with us. This was an on-off thing for several weeks. I have official documentation concerning this operation if anyone needs it for VA benefits, medals etc. Take care all and feel free to chit chat any time. Regards,
Hap |
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Wednesday December 25, 2013 - 08:06 AM
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Name: David Bolt |
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Rank/Rate: AO3 |
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Division/Squadron: GM |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1966-67 |
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Location: Geneva Illinois USA |
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Comments: God Bless all those standing watch for us. |
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Wednesday December 25, 2013 - 06:56 AM
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Name: John H. Ranson |
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Rank/Rate: QM2 |
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Division/Squadron: N Div. |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 7/67-4/69 |
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Location: FT. Thomas Ky USA |
Comments: MERRY CHRISTMAS to all Shipmates & your families.
Godspeed! |
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Wednesday December 25, 2013 - 04:01 AM
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Name: Robert Braun |
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Rank/Rate: BT3 |
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Division/Squadron: B 4Able Boiler |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 76-79 |
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Location: Crescent Springs KY USA |
Comments: Merry Christmas to All
Bob |
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Tuesday December 24, 2013 - 05:06 PM
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Name: Robert Nerbetski |
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Rank/Rate: AN |
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Division/Squadron: V!H |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1952/1953 |
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Location: East Rutherford NJ USA |
Comments: Wishing All Shipmates and former shipmates a Merry Christmas and a Happy and healthy New Year
Bob Nerbetski |
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Tuesday December 24, 2013 - 12:26 PM
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Name: Chuck Bell |
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Rank/Rate: PN2 |
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Division/Squadron: X Div Personnel Office |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 62-63 |
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Location: Clinton Wi USA |
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Comments: Happy Holidays to all! |
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Tuesday December 24, 2013 - 05:21 AM
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Name: David Lyng |
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Rank/Rate: ETR 3 |
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Division/Squadron: OE |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1970-Feb '74 |
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Location: Brandon South Dakota USA |
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Comments: Merry Christmas and a Happy Prosperous New Year to all Ship Mates. |
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Monday December 23, 2013 - 07:41 PM
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Name: Juan J Rodriguez |
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Rank/Rate: BM3 |
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Division/Squadron: 2nd Division |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1969 - 1973 |
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Location: Peoria Arizona |
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Comments: My time on the ship was a good growing and learning experience. More good memories than not so good. Too bad she was scrapped so soon after decommissioning. |
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Saturday December 14, 2013 - 04:07 PM
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Name: Kathy |
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Location: Norfolk Virginia USA |
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Comments: Looking for Rodney S. McDonald. I don't have much information. He was in Norfolk Virginia in 1980 or 81 and was from Mitchell Nebraska. He would be about 52 or 53 years old. |
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Saturday December 14, 2013 - 12:42 PM
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Name: Robert Bruce Holman |
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Rank/Rate: E-4 |
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Division/Squadron: V-1 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): Dec 1965 - Sept 1969 |
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Location: Lenoir North Carolina USA |
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Comments: Please correct the e-mail address on the existing list from lahmat@ctc.net to l_holman3022@charter.net |
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Saturday December 14, 2013 - 08:14 AM
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Name: Stephen P Marson |
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Rank/Rate: QM3 |
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Division/Squadron: Navigation |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1970-1974 |
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Location: Litchfield Michigan |
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Comments: I remember my time on the Coral Sea as if it were yesterday. Can't tell you what I had for breakfast. I can tell you exactly what happened on certain days. One nice thing about being in navigation, I always knew where we were going and how long we were to stay and when we were going home.If anyone knows any of the guys from navigation during 70-74 please let me know. |
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Monday December 09, 2013 - 06:54 AM
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Name: Kelly Stevens |
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Rank/Rate: MM3 |
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Division/Squadron: A Div. |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 76-79 |
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Location: Albuquerque NM USA |
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Comments: It would be good to hear from any shipmates that I knew. A div, B, div, M div, or any others. I worked "A" gang, Auxileries. Westpac 77 was fun, Bremerton 78 was fun. I loved the Navy then. But now that I am out, I love her more now. |
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Sunday December 08, 2013 - 05:25 PM
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Name: John Roland |
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Rank/Rate: BT3 |
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Division/Squadron: B Division |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1967-1970 |
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Location: Royal Palm Beach Florida USA |
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Comments: Thinking back, I really enjoyed my tour of duty aboard the Coral Sea. Didn't think so at the time though. I met a lot of great people and saw a lot of exciting places I would never have if I hadn't been aboard the Coral Sea. I did meet my future wife while on liberty in Hawaii. She was from my area back in Nashville TN. and was there for a friends wedding. We corresponded until I got out in July 1970 and married in June 1971. We have 3 sons and 1 daughter who have given us 6 grand sons and 4 grand daughters. I also learned a trade, boiler operations, that I worked at for 38 years after I got out and retired. I still correspond with some of the old crew members I met and have met new ones at the VA Medical Center here in West Palm Beach FL that were stationed on the Coral Sea before and after I was. So, I guess I did make out pretty good by being on the Coral Sea |
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Tuesday December 03, 2013 - 08:01 PM
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Name: Anthony Ortiz |
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Rank/Rate: AO3 |
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Division/Squadron: VFA-132 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1989-1990 |
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Location: Norfolk VA USA |
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Comments: Deployed on last cruise for CVA-43 |
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Sunday December 01, 2013 - 04:27 PM
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Name: Frederick Randolph |
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Rank/Rate: QM3 |
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Division/Squadron: Navigation |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1971-1973 |
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Location: Long Beach ca USA |
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Comments: Nickname "Bones" |
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Thursday November 28, 2013 - 06:52 AM
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Name: John H. Ranson |
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Rank/Rate: QM2 |
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Division/Squadron: N Div. |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 7/67-4/69 |
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Location: Ft. Thomas Ky USA |
Comments: Happy Thanksgiving to all Shipmates. As Americans we have much to be thankful for everyday.
Godspeed! |
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Wednesday November 27, 2013 - 04:18 AM
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Name: Bob Gill |
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Rank/Rate: MN2 |
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Division/Squadron: G |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 71-72 |
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Location: Billerica MA Middlesex |
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Comments: Happy Thanksgiving to all former crew members. |
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Friday November 22, 2013 - 09:04 AM
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Name: James Yotkewich |
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Rank/Rate: ABE-3 |
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Division/Squadron: V-2 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1961-1964 |
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Location: West Frankfort ILL. USA |
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Comments: I remember this day 50 years ago when President Kennedy was shot and killed .We where on our way back to the states from the 1963 west pack cruise. Alway wonder how he would of handled the vietnam days. Great ship to bad it had to die the way iy did. |
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Thursday November 21, 2013 - 06:46 AM
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Name: John H Ranson |
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Rank/Rate: QM2 |
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Division/Squadron: N Div. |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 7/67-4/69 |
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Location: Ft. Thomas Ky. USA |
Comments: Shipmates,
It is with deep regret that I pass this news on to you. Past USS Coral Sea CVA-43 Assoc. President Chuck Whitcomb passed away. Attached is his obituary. Many thanks to the gentleman in Birmingham, Al., Chuck's hometown who knew him & realized his importance to the Assoc. Shipmate Chuck was a valuable member of the Assoc. & he'll be greatly missed for many good reasons.
Godspeed Shipmate Chuck.
http://obits.al.com/obituaries/birmingham/obituary.aspx?n=charles-whitcomb&pid=168100447&fhid=8342 |
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Thursday November 21, 2013 - 03:42 AM
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Name: Dick Parker |
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Rank/Rate: LI3 |
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Division/Squadron: X |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 63 to 65 |
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Location: Mishawaka In USA |
Comments: Our shipmate RK Moore passed away on 11/12/2013
Sad news but we are all getting a little older.
RK was 71. |
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Wednesday November 20, 2013 - 03:38 PM
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Name: Francisco Cardenas "Frank" |
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Rank/Rate: AO 2 |
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Division/Squadron: VA-22 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 71', 72', & 73" |
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Location: Harlingen TX USA |
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Comments: NOW reside in League City, TX |
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Tuesday November 19, 2013 - 05:48 PM
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Name: bill madson |
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Rank/Rate: adr3 |
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Division/Squadron: v-4 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 67/68 |
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Location: valley stream ny usa |
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Comments: hey guys what a couple of years!!! tough time for all of us. made adr3 rate during cruise but was v4 grape for almost 2 years. think about the coral sea lots as i'm getting older [65] hope all is well for all my former shipmates bill |
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Monday November 18, 2013 - 09:23 AM
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Name: John Mathew Smith |
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Location: laurel maryland United States |
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Comments: my email to be contacted about cruise books is : johnmathewsmith@yahoo.com |
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Monday November 18, 2013 - 09:21 AM
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Name: John Mathew Smith |
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Location: laurel maryland United States |
Comments: I have recently came into possession of two Coral Sea tour books.
85/86 and 87/88 (40 ann)
They are excellent condition.
I am looking to part with them and wonder if anyone is interested.
I went on Ebay and found prices of 275 for the 85/86 n 375 for
the 87/88 book.
I would take a best offer if you would like to send me one.
Not looking for as much as I saw on Ebay. |
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Monday November 18, 2013 - 04:07 AM
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Name: Jay Wilford |
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Rank/Rate: ABE-3 |
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Division/Squadron: V-2 Cats 1&2 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1976-1979 |
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Location: Port Orchard WA USA |
Comments: 3 years aboard the Coral Sea. 1 West Pac and a lot of memories. Most all good.
Especially the extra 20 days spent at Cubi Point when something major went wrong in Engineering and the ship had to return to the Philippines shortly after leaving Subic Bay. It was an extra 20 days in paradise. 1977 if I remember correctly. |
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Saturday November 16, 2013 - 03:33 PM
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Name: Richard Cerasoli |
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Rank/Rate: RM3 |
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Division/Squadron: Ship company |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1963-3 Months |
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Location: NorfoLk Va USA |
Comments: Transferred from NOB Bermuda made a few cruises then Coral Sea was sent to the med and I didn't have enough time so they transferred me to USS MIDWAY CV43 THEN TO USS SAIPAN in PENSACOLA where I was
discharged 28 july. 1955.If anyone knows me please email me. |
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Saturday November 16, 2013 - 07:21 AM
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Name: bob braun |
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Rank/Rate: BT3 |
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Division/Squadron: B 4ABLE FIREROOM |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 75-79 |
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Location: crescent springs KY USA |
Comments: Sorry I missed you at drawbridge, you where in my backyard I didn't know.
My tail bone still gives me trouble sometimes.
Great Ship, Great Crew, Great Experience! |
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Wednesday November 13, 2013 - 11:48 PM
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Name: Patrick M Johnson |
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Rank/Rate: AE1 |
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Division/Squadron: VF-111 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1975-1976 |
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Location: The Colony Texas USA |
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Comments: The new ships seem like luxury liners. I do wish she was still around. |
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Wednesday November 13, 2013 - 05:24 PM
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Name: Pam Blubaugh |
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Comments: Still searching for anyone who might have known Richard Boyce, who was a member of VAH-2 in 1966.
Please contact me at cerridwen.llewellyn@gmail.com
I am a friend of the son he never got to see. Am hoping to find some of Richard's friends who might have pictures and memories of him for my friend for Christmas. It would be nice for him to know more about his father. |
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Wednesday November 13, 2013 - 08:31 AM
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Name: George C. Wilding |
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Rank/Rate: GMG-2 |
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Division/Squadron: G Division |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1963 - 1966 |
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Location: Lake Havasu AZ USA |
Comments: Good time aboard the Coral Sea.......closer friends were....Alan Windham (Windy), Bill Adams, Dave Howell(Legs), Bill Douthitt, Bill Fortune, Johnny Bulow, Pearson, John Willis, Bob Robles, I had the Rock & Roll Band aboard ship for about 3 years.......
Would like to hear from anyone aboard then.....Also would like to hear from John Willis...our Drummer. |
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Tuesday November 12, 2013 - 10:27 AM
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Name: Larry Dufel |
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Rank/Rate: E 3 |
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Division/Squadron: B T |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1966-1969 |
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Location: Dike Iowa USA |
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Comments: It was the best ship I was on |
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Monday November 11, 2013 - 08:36 PM
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Name: Alan Gray |
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Rank/Rate: EM2 |
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Division/Squadron: E |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1981-1985 |
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Location: Lindale Texas USA |
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Comments: Best ship to ever serve upon. |
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Monday November 11, 2013 - 05:30 PM
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Name: Pedro j Bastardi |
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Rank/Rate: Seamen |
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Division/Squadron: 3 rd division |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1950 to 1953 |
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Location: 133 w locust st apt 102 Mechanicsberg Pa. |
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Comments: Wonderful ship proud to have served |
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Monday November 11, 2013 - 05:30 PM
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Name: Pedro j Bastardi |
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Rank/Rate: Seamen |
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Division/Squadron: 3 rd division |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1950 to 1953 |
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Location: 133 w locust st apt 102 Mechanicsberg Pa. |
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Comments: Wonderful ship proud to have served |
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Monday November 11, 2013 - 11:39 AM
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Name: chuck orchard |
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Rank/Rate: abf3 |
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Division/Squadron: v-4 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 68-70 |
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Location: lodi ca |
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Comments: Thanks to all vets past and present. |
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Monday November 11, 2013 - 09:41 AM
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Name: Les Bales |
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Rank/Rate: E3 |
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Division/Squadron: E Division |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1969 1971 |
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Location: crown point indiana usa |
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Comments: I worked in the lighting shop 02 level,,,,,,,,,,,,, October 1970 was seen riding his honda on the hanger bay ,,, Great times Thanks to the battery locker for the acid and the av gas guys for the fuel |
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Monday November 11, 2013 - 07:38 AM
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Name: Herman A Bachamnn (dec) |
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Rank/Rate: unk |
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Division/Squadron: Air |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1952-1954 |
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Location: Baltimore MD USA |
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Comments: I am looking for any of my fathers ship mates. He was enlisted and assigned to Patuxent River Naval Station in ordinance in 1950 until he was transferred onto the Coral Sea about 1952/3. Served as a "plane checker" in the Med 1953/4. Just looking for any that knew him or stories of him :-) A big thank you to all vets! |
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Monday November 11, 2013 - 07:28 AM
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Name: Clancy Munson |
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Rank/Rate: Bt-3 |
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Division/Squadron: B-div 2baker fireroom |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1968-1972 |
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Location: Heron Montana U.s |
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Comments: Looking for Larry dove,bill Murray, Greg hawke, |
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Monday November 11, 2013 - 03:46 AM
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Name: John H Ranson |
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Rank/Rate: QM2 |
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Division/Squadron: N Div. |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 7/67-4/69 |
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Location: Ft. Thomas Ky. USA |
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Comments: To all Coral Sea Shipmates & all veterans: Happy Veterans Day & thanks for your service. Godspeed! |
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Sunday November 10, 2013 - 12:43 PM
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Name: Linda Johnson |
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Location: Omaha Nebraska US |
Comments: To John and Mike,
I just wanted to thank you and all the others of the association who did a great job to make the 35th reunion of the USS Coral Sea a great event and to let you know that Jay and I had a great time!! We look forward to next year's reunion! Also to Greg Hawke and Charlie Cline who served as BT's, my husband, Jay Johnson was a BT and remembers you both well. He is a member of the association and would love to hear from you and any other BT he served with and hopefully see you at the next reunion. Thanks again John and Mike!!!! |
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Sunday November 10, 2013 - 07:00 AM
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Name: Dave Bolt |
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Rank/Rate: AO3 |
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Division/Squadron: GM |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1966-67 |
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Location: Geneva Illinois USA |
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Comments: Veterans Day weekend people saying "thanks for your service", what a change from 1967. |
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Sunday November 10, 2013 - 02:45 AM
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Name: Richard A. Davis |
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Rank/Rate: SN |
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Division/Squadron: G- Div. |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1968-1970 |
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Location: Kennewick Washington USA |
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Comments: Locate old shipmates and trying to re connect. |
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Saturday November 09, 2013 - 12:40 PM
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Name: terry isbell |
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Rank/Rate: dm3 |
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Division/Squadron: air intel |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1966-1968 |
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Location: hemet ca usa |
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Comments: At the time I was aboard we weren't popular with many in our homeland but I and all of you can say with pride and honor " we served when called." |
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Sunday November 03, 2013 - 09:18 PM
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Name: Tom Stocks |
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Rank/Rate: LCP |
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Division/Squadron: MarDet |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1985-1986 |
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Location: Chatsworth Georgia USA |
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Comments: I really enjoyed looking through the history of the "Ageless Warrior". Thanks for all the hard work you have done on this site. |
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Sunday November 03, 2013 - 04:54 PM
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Name: Pam Blubaugh |
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Division/Squadron: VAH-2 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1966 |
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Comments: Still searching for anyone who might have known Richard Boyce, who was a member of VAH-2 in 1966.
Please contact me at cerridwen.llewellyn@gmail.com
I am a friend of the son he never got to see. |
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Friday November 01, 2013 - 07:31 PM
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Name: Charles (chuck) Gilpatric |
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Rank/Rate: E3 |
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Division/Squadron: 3rd div |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 69-71 |
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Location: Lewiston Maine |
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Comments: Greatest memories of my life,, not then but for sure now. The greatest ship afloat. Bad memories and a lot of good. Still looking for you david trout. Shipmate and best friend. |
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Friday November 01, 2013 - 04:49 AM
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Name: Pam Blubaugh |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1966 |
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Location: Pennsylvania |
Comments: An update to my previous posting below. The young man I am looking for is in the 1966-67 Cruise Book in the group photos that I found online for VAH-2 and VAH-2A.
His last name was Boyce.
If anyone knew him, I would love to hear from them. I am seeking any information, pictures, or artifacts connected with him for his son, who was born after his father had died.
His son, Ed, is a good friend of mine and I'd truly love to be able to help him know something more of his father from those who were his friends.
My Email is cerridwen.llewellyn@gmail.com Thanks |
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Thursday October 31, 2013 - 03:39 PM
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Name: Rod Passuello |
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Comments: Looking for anyone who served on the Coral Sea with my brother-in-law George Mead. George served on the Coral Sea about '64 or '65. Just would like to hear from people who served with him to pass on to his children. |
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Tuesday October 29, 2013 - 10:50 AM
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Name: Pam Blubaugh |
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Comments: I am seeking anyone with information on a young aircraft mechanic by the last name of Boyce who would have served on the Coral Sea during the Viet Nam war.
He was from Fayette County, Pennsylvania.
He had a son who never got to meet his father as he had passed away before he was born. His son was born in August of '68.
I am a friend of his son and am trying to find anyone who knew this young man that may have any pictures, a cruise book, stories, or artifacts that my friend might like to have as a way of connecting with his Dad.
Sorry the details are a bit sketchy, but I hesitate sometimes to ask my friend too many questions...I know he misses his Dad even though he never met him.
I can tell you that the fellow I'm searching for was the son of Samuel and Ruth Boyce, and had another son by the name of Ronnie who has also passed away.
I'd appreciate any assistance. Thanks. My Email is cerridwen.llewellyn@gmail.com |
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Saturday October 26, 2013 - 09:44 AM
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Name: Mike Pfeffer (Oscar) |
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Rank/Rate: BTFN |
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Division/Squadron: B-Div |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1974-77 |
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Location: Chicago Ill USof A |
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Comments: Today Oct 26 th marks a big milestone in my life, I joined the U S Navy 40 years ago.. I remember going to the AFEES station downtown, not looking back, then getting on a bus to Ohare, then onto a Delta jet, (for the first time)flying to Orlando for boot camp, Quite a life changer... Thank you U S Navy for making my life what it is today. Forever grateful. |
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Thursday October 24, 2013 - 11:51 PM
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Name: JOHN SCOTT |
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Rank/Rate: AQF-2 |
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Division/Squadron: VF-154 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 66-67 WESPAC |
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Location: SAN FRANCISCO CA |
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Comments: LOST A LOT OF FRIENDS AND A LOT OF PHANTOMS. FUCKIN NAM! |
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Wednesday October 16, 2013 - 12:16 PM
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Name: Brian Paradis |
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Rank/Rate: ABE 3 |
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Division/Squadron: V-2 cat's 3 & 2 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1969 - 1973 |
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Location: Burlington Connecticut USA |
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Comments: Grew up from a kid to a man working like never before learning from shipmates about life. I miss those days and the men I served with think of you guys all the time. Hopefully we will get together again in the future. Just started following the (Flight Deck Veterans) on face book interesting group thinking about joining. |
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Monday October 14, 2013 - 05:47 PM
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Name: Mike (Oscar ) Pfeffer |
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Rank/Rate: BTFN |
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Division/Squadron: B-Div 4AbleFireroom |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1974-77 |
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Location: Chicago Ill USofA |
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Comments: Comments: Just returned from USS Coral Sea CVA-43 Annual Reunion in Omaha Nebraska. Had a great time with 75 others in a very comfortable all suite hotel,with a pretty damned good hospitality room, (Thanks Mike and Candy),small crowd but everyone had a blast, saw some old buddies, one I hadn't seen since 1977. Quite a feeling. If you missed it, we missed seeing you, Next year Oct 1st thru Oct. 5th 2014 NASHVILLE,TENN. Music City !!Bring your cruisebook or we may have one on thetable. (I,We,The Association, have more than 30...) NOW,call you old shipmates, get your plan together for next October. If you don't have their number ,maybe check out usscoralsea. org or .net . look up their names, you never know, Google their name, look it up on whitepages.com... TRY anything. Hoping to see you there, it's not necessary to be an Association member,details in usscoralsea.org. or .net SOON thanks, keep in touch. |
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Monday October 14, 2013 - 02:28 PM
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Name: Marion (Mick) Hersey |
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Rank/Rate: MSSN/MS3 |
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Division/Squadron: S-2/VF-191 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1976-1977 |
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Location: Mitchell SD US |
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Comments: Made 1 Westpac cruise following the transition of VF-191 from F-8 Crusader to F-4 Phantom in 1976-1977 Enjoyed the WESTPAC, flew off early to Miramar to get ready for squadron decommissioning, worked in the galley and bakeshop. |
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Friday October 04, 2013 - 01:42 PM
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Name: Joseph R Toms |
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Rank/Rate: DC3 |
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Division/Squadron: R-Div. |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1966-1970 |
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Location: Cincinnati Ohio USA |
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Comments: Many Good Memories, became a shellback twenty of June,1970 on USS Coral Sea(CVA-43) bound for Sydney, Australia. We need the Sec.of the Navy to have a future ship named USS Coral after the ageless warrior . |
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Friday October 04, 2013 - 07:12 AM
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Name: Robert J Loder Jr |
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Rank/Rate: MM2 |
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Division/Squadron: A-Div AC&R |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 69-72 |
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Location: St Augustine Florida United States |
Comments: Many Good Memories - Many Bad Memories - ALL Proud Memories.
God bless all of my shipmates - Before, during and after my service. |
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Sunday September 29, 2013 - 07:53 AM
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Name: RUDOLPH L. BEACHAM |
No Email Address
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Rank/Rate: BT-3 |
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Division/Squadron: B BOILER-REPAIR SMOKE WATCH |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1965-1969 |
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Location: WASHINGTON NORTH CAROLINE BEAUFORT |
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Comments: JIM CLINE&CHARLIE CLINE GLAD TO HEAR FROM YOU |
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Sunday September 29, 2013 - 07:38 AM
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Name: RUDOLPH L. BEACHAM |
No Email Address
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Rank/Rate: BT-3 |
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Division/Squadron: B |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1965-1969 |
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Location: WASHINGTON NORTH CAROLINE BEAUFORT |
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Comments: WAS A GREAT SHIP |
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Saturday September 28, 2013 - 10:07 PM
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Name: Ron Herbst |
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Rank/Rate: ABEAN |
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Division/Squadron: V-2 Bow Cat 1 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1982-1983 |
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Location: Pensacola Fl |
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Comments: Had the honor of sailing with the Coral Maru under Capt Jerry Johnson and Capt Bear Taylor.. remember he started Captains Call... Warriors, Strokers and Patriots |
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Friday September 27, 2013 - 07:52 PM
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Name: Karl Hayward |
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Rank/Rate: BT |
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Division/Squadron: 2 Able |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 80-83 |
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Location: texas |
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Comments: Still here... |
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Wednesday September 25, 2013 - 09:31 AM
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Name: John H. Ranson |
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Rank/Rate: QM2 |
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Division/Squadron: N Div. |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 7/67-4/69 |
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Location: Ft. Thomas Ky. USA |
Comments: Attention shipmates, A msitake has occurred in this latest issue of "Sea Breeze:. Page 6 is missing. The printer is awars of this problem & he's going to mail this missing page & an explaination to all the Assoc. membership at his cost. This should solve the problem.
Also, if there's a mistake with your address, please contact Sec. Don Colwell regarding needed corrections.
Please bear with us, we'll fix thesew problems.
See you all in Omaha!
Thanks & Godspeed. |
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Friday September 13, 2013 - 05:24 PM
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Name: Richard Byrd |
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Rank/Rate: IC E4 |
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Division/Squadron: Ships Company |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1967-1970 |
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Location: Lakeport Florida Glades |
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Comments: 3 Vietnam cruises and memories - oh the memories |
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Thursday September 12, 2013 - 01:06 PM
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Name: Dave Bolt |
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Rank/Rate: AO3 |
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Division/Squadron: GM |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1966-67 |
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Location: Geneva Illinois USA |
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Comments: Be advised there is another Coral sea site that is pretty good. www.usscoralsea.net, you might want to give it a try. |
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Tuesday September 10, 2013 - 10:47 PM
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Name: Kathleen Reed-Eischeid, only child of Mac E.Reed Jr. |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): late 40's - 1951 |
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Location: Omaha Ne U.S.A |
Comments: My dad served on this ship, in the Atlantic during Korean War.
I have all of his papers he saved from the Navy.
I just wanted to say that, he passed away March of '08, lived in Omaha from 1959 until '81, when the airlines- then named Republic, transferred him to Nevada. That company was formed when North Central Airlines merged with another and became Northwest, then later became Delta. He retired in the '90's.
He lived doing -and getting paid- for what he enjoyed, mechanic for the airlines,was an avid camera collector, and loved doing ham radio for many years. His call letters were wa0-rpw. I may not get to come to this event, but I'm sure he would have loved to come. |
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Monday September 09, 2013 - 03:21 PM
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Name: John H. Ranson |
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Rank/Rate: QM2 |
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Division/Squadron: N Div. |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 7/67-4/69 |
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Location: Ft. Thomas Ky. USA |
Comments: Attention all Shipmates: Several years ago the membership of the Assoc. requested that we petition the Sec. of the Navy to have a future ship named USS Coral Sea. I've started this campaign by sending the attached request to my Senators & Congressman. I ask that you all please do the same. I'll have a list of the members of this Congress on the website hopefully in two weeks. I'll be in Wash., D.C. next week as I'm a member of the VFW National Legislative Committee. The issue of naming a future ship Coral Sea will be discussed with my Senators & Congressman. In addition, legislation is pending to recognize those of us who oserved in the Vietnam War in the "Blue water Navy. I'll have more on that later.
Godspeed to all & I hope to see you all on Omaha.
THE CASE FOR NAMING A FUTURE US NAVY SHIP
USS CORAL SEA
The battle of the Coral Sea, fought in May, 1942 marked the first time in world Navy history where the opposing surface forces did not make visual contact with each other. The entire battle was fought with aircraft launched from both American and Japanese aircraft carriers. The USS Lexington CV-2 was lost in this battle as a result of battle damage. The strategic significance to this battle was that it stopped the Japanese advance toward Australia. It being the first naval battle fought strictly with airplanes is why USS Coral Sea CVB-43 received its name. It was the practice of the US Navy at that time to name aircraft carriers after battles or former ships of the US Navy.
USS Coral Sea CVB-43 was actually the third ship so named. The first Coral Sea was an escort carrier that served in WWII and later renamed USS Anzio CVE-57. The second Coral Sea became USS Franklin D. Roosevelt CVB-42; the name change occurred at the time of President Roosevelt’s passing. CVB-43 was the third and last of the Midway class of aircraft carriers and carried the name from it’s commissioning on Oct. 1, 1947 until it’s decommissioning on April 30, 1990.
USS Coral Sea CVB, CVA, CV-43 had a long and distinguished career. It’s most significant accomplishments were it’s involvement in the Vietnam War. It spent more time operating of the coast of Vietnam than any other aircraft carrier. It fly the most missions, dropped the most ordinance and unfortunately, had the most air crew loses of any carrier during the Vietnam War. It made the longest deployment of the war, 331 days. It was involved in the evacuation of Saigon in May 1975 and also was involved in the SS Mayaguez incident.
One of Coral Sea’s later great accomplishments was with USS America CV-66 in April 1986 when Libya was attacked.
During a deployment in the Indian Ocean in 1980, Coral Sea spent 101 consecutive days at sea, a record that until more recent years had never been broken. Coral Sea earned the nickname “The Ageless Warrior” because indeed she was a “Steamer”. At her decommissioning, Coral Sea had recorded the most arrested landings or “traps” of any carrier with the exception of USS Lexington AVT-16 which was the training carrier at Naval Air Station Pensacola for many years. Coral Sea had durability second to none.
It is indeed fitting that the history of this great ship be honored by naming a future US Navy ship USS Coral Sea. Perhaps naming an aircraft carrier cannot be done even though that would be very appropriate. However, naming a guided missile cruiser or an amphibious assault ship after “The Ageless Warrior” could be done. Therefore, I respectfully ask that the necessary action be taken to name an appropriate US Navy ship USS Coral Sea. |
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Friday September 06, 2013 - 09:04 AM
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Name: Bill Pukalski |
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Rank/Rate: E-4 |
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Division/Squadron: V-2 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1967-1971 |
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Location: Baltimore Md. |
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Comments: Hello once again....I was corrected by my wonderful Twin Brother Tom, that I was in V-2 Arresting Gear Division and that I was a E-4. Went by the name Ski. Names like Martin Jones, Bud Warner, William Pfarr, Bobby Manning, Mike Redman, Gerry Gorski, Dave Peiper, Tim Orgard, Wolf, Woods, Tim Malek, Where are you now? |
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Thursday September 05, 2013 - 02:23 PM
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Name: Frank Wilson |
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Rank/Rate: ATN3 |
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Division/Squadron: VA-153 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1967-1969 |
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Location: Budapest Hungary |
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Comments: She was a great ship - thanks for the memories! |
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Thursday September 05, 2013 - 01:14 PM
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Name: Travis Phipps |
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Rank/Rate: ams3 |
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Division/Squadron: Ships company |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 60-61? |
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Location: Hernando Ms. 38632 USA |
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Comments: I was on shore duty with VA 94 and got orders to report to 43 and was fortunate to become a plank owner. Where are you Sidney Sybel? |
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Thursday September 05, 2013 - 01:14 PM
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Name: Bill Pukalski |
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Rank/Rate: E-3 |
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Division/Squadron: Div II |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1967-1970 |
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Location: baltimore Maryland |
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Comments: Any old friends out there |
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Sunday September 01, 2013 - 12:47 PM
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Name: Steven C. Myers |
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Rank/Rate: GMG2 |
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Division/Squadron: 5th/G3 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): Oct 1977 - Mar. 1980 |
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Location: Portland OR |
Comments: Greetings and a question. Was the CS awarded any Expeditionary Medal/Ribbon during the time I was aboard?
I am thinking of the late 1979,early 1980 cruise to keep an eye on the Iranians.
Any info will be appreciated, and thanks in advance!
Cheers, Steve |
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Saturday August 31, 2013 - 07:56 AM
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Name: David Lyng |
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Rank/Rate: ETR3 |
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Division/Squadron: OE |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1970 - '74 |
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Location: BRANDON SOUTH DAKOTA USA |
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Comments: To all our shipmates: Have a great Labor Day weekend! Pray for all military around the world, who are preserving Freedom for all of us. Also pray for our leadership to once in for all..............get it right! |
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Tuesday August 27, 2013 - 06:11 PM
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Name: David A. Henry |
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Rank/Rate: QM3 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1950-53 |
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Location: Auburn N.Y. US |
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Comments: Guess@83 I,m to old 2 join the group-On the bridge we did our best & we were a proud Div. |
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Tuesday August 27, 2013 - 01:02 PM
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Name: RICHARD MOSTACCI |
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Rank/Rate: ASE2 |
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Division/Squadron: IM SE SHOP 930 DCPO ELEC SAFETY PO BATTERY LOCKER AND ALIEN SPACE |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 84 87 |
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Location: HOUSTON TX WHERE ELSE BVUT GOOD OL US OF A |
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Comments: Oh man,it sure has been a while since my last chance to visit with u guys and the Maru,sure glad to see Paratore in here and chief Figuero even tho we had little contact between the shipyard St Juliennes creek and fire watches,hope some of you remember those good times,i gotta admit tho when I frst walkd into Portsmouth and saw the boat skeleton in pieces I was like WTF where did I end up in,anyway I remember that's when Paratore reported fr duty,pretty good guy,i sure do miss that ol bucket I hope her spirit continues to dwell within all who served aboard hope to hear frm some of the ppl somtime |
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Wednesday August 21, 2013 - 10:45 AM
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Name: Gaylon Hemphill |
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Rank/Rate: DP3 |
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Location: Sedgwick Kansas USA |
Comments: Just wanted to announce that USS Coral Sea lost a shipmate, Sat. Aug 17, 2013. AlRoy Martens (RM?) passed away. Looking for anyone who might have served with AlRoy Martens. I need information for posting a memorial to Navy.TogetherWeServed.com. He was a classmate and fellow Sailor.
Regards,
Gaylon R Hemphill (DP3)
Navy.TogetherWeServed Memorial Team |
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Sunday August 18, 2013 - 08:40 PM
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Name: Steve Urbanski |
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Rank/Rate: BT |
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Division/Squadron: 3 baker |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 80-82 |
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Location: Minneapolis Minnesota Hennipen |
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Comments: I worked in 3 baker boiler room with Lucky Anderson, Maui,like to here from anyone who remembers me |
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Sunday August 18, 2013 - 08:14 PM
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Name: Russ Poole |
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Rank/Rate: EM3 |
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Division/Squadron: E |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1968/1969 |
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Location: Fountain Inn SC USA |
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Comments: It has been a while since I checked in here. It has now been 44 years since I last walked down the gangway. If anyone is out there that remembers me give me callout to the email above. |
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Thursday August 15, 2013 - 02:13 PM
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Name: David H. Mason |
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Rank/Rate: LTJG |
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Division/Squadron: A Division |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1964-1967 |
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Location: CT |
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Comments: Made two WESPAC cruises - served in various Divisions of the Engineering Dept. |
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Monday August 12, 2013 - 07:02 PM
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Name: Bob Flagel |
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Rank/Rate: BT-2 |
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Division/Squadron: B Div. 4Baker & 1able |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1966-1970 |
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Location: League City Texas |
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Comments: We remember the good times but tend to forget the Bad. I made some very good friends on the Coral Maru and was saddened to hear it was cut up for razor blades. Looking for J.D.Russell, Rick Massey, Darrel Jameson and Clayton Olson all from B Div. |
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Sunday August 11, 2013 - 10:47 PM
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Name: John L. Hibbs |
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Rank/Rate: IC3 |
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Division/Squadron: E-4 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1966-1968 |
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Location: Falls City Oregon 97344 USA |
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Comments: Glad to see the site here is still well maintained. Hope the Reunion in Omaha is a great success |
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Sunday August 11, 2013 - 12:36 PM
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Name: Johnny S. Conroy |
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Rank/Rate: BMSN/AO3 |
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Division/Squadron: 1st/GM |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1963-1967 |
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Comments: Message for John Lamar Kirkland. RE; Your guestbook entry seeking Rowdy Cox. Sorry, shipmate, to have to give you this news. Rowdy is deceased. After I got out of the service I went to work in Houston for USPS and we were both letter carriers in Houston. I ran into him on several occasions at the union hall. He died in the 70's of cancer, so the union reps informed me at the time.
I do hope that you are doing well. I miss those days in GM and at least most of you guys. I apologize for the public announcement. My computer will not pick your email address up so I had to use this format. |
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Sunday August 11, 2013 - 12:05 PM
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Name: Johnny S. Conroy |
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Rank/Rate: AO3 |
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Division/Squadron: 1st/GM |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1963-1967 |
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Comments: Always good to get in touch with old shipmates. |
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Wednesday August 07, 2013 - 08:37 AM
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Name: DAVID L ZIESMER |
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Rank/Rate: E-5 ABH-2 |
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Division/Squadron: V-3 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1969-1973 |
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Location: CLEVELAND MN. Le seuer |
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Comments: looking to here from my shipmates that served with me . take care ZEKE |
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Thursday August 01, 2013 - 09:50 AM
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Name: Leon G. Busby |
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Rank/Rate: GMG3 |
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Division/Squadron: !st/G |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1963-1967 |
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Location: Deer Park Texas USA |
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Comments: JUST SAYING HELLO TO ALL CORAL SEA MATES. YESTERDAY WAS MY 50th YEAR SINCE I JOINED THE NAVY. |
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Wednesday July 31, 2013 - 06:34 AM
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Name: John H. Ranson |
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Rank/Rate: QM2 |
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Division/Squadron: N Div. |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 7/67-4/69 |
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Location: Ft.. Thomas Ky. USA |
Comments: Attention all Shipmates: Time is getting close for the 2013 reunion in Omaha, Ne. Please check out the Assoc. website for details under the reunion tab. If you've got any questions, please contact me. I hope to see many of you there. A great time has been planned for all.
Also, if you're not a member of the Assoc., please consider joining. Dues are $15.00/year, but that will increase to $20.00/year this Oct. 1. Get a bargain & join now! The Assoc. published a quarteerly newsletter, operates a great scholarship program & maintains the best website of any Navy Assoc.
Godspeed to all! |
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Tuesday July 30, 2013 - 11:42 AM
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Name: Davd D. Williams |
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Rank/Rate: AQ1 |
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Division/Squadron: IM3/VFA-131 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1986-1989 |
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Location: Cecil Field FL |
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Comments: Thanks for keeping the memories alive. Tough times, but good memories. Fair Winds... |
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Monday July 29, 2013 - 05:43 PM
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Name: Gerald Stevenson |
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Rank/Rate: FN (BT) |
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Division/Squadron: B |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1972-1973 |
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Location: Harrison Twp. MI USA |
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Comments: Visited the USS Midway Museum, San Diego last week and it brought back a lot of Coral Sea memories. While on the Coral Sea I served as control burnerman in 3A & 3C fire rooms. “Mil” (last name unknown Coral Sea 1954-1955) was our docent on the Midway tour and he was kind enough to take me down to 1C. I felt right at home! |
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Sunday July 28, 2013 - 06:30 AM
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Name: Bruce Lee |
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Rank/Rate: smsn |
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Division/Squadron: sinalman |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1981 |
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Location: alameda California USA |
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Comments: Served briefly aboard her. Shattered my ankle which ultimately ended my navy career. Back then she was known as the floating Corrective custody unit. though I was falsely accused by my shipmates as having ratted individuals out for smoking weed on watch. I was proud to serve on her. |
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Saturday July 27, 2013 - 09:37 AM
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Name: Paul E. Goff |
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Rank/Rate: E3 |
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Division/Squadron: E-Div. |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1974-1976 |
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Location: Louisville Kentucky USA |
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Comments: Served on Carrier when we went to Australia, participated in the Mayaguez event. Went to Drydock after the cruise. Anyone remember Mike "Zack" Lang? |
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Friday July 26, 2013 - 10:42 PM
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Name: Russell Johnson |
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Rank/Rate: AO3 |
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Division/Squadron: G-1 Div |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1984-1986 |
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Location: Hedgesville WV. 25427 USA |
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Comments: Have not seen any of the guys that were in my division on the guest log book. Had saw a video put out by Dave Huber that everyone was in. |
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Thursday July 25, 2013 - 03:41 PM
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Name: Charles A Lenington |
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Rank/Rate: SM3 |
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Division/Squadron: CS |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 72-75/78-80 |
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Location: Paden OK usa |
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Comments: Just found site. |
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Tuesday July 23, 2013 - 04:00 PM
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Name: Robert Manny |
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Rank/Rate: AK3 |
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Division/Squadron: S-6 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 6-1965 to Dec1968 |
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Location: Alta Loma Calif USA |
Comments: Any Of you guys serving during that time email me and say hello!!
Was great times Guys always good to Remember!! Godbless you all!!
Cell909-244-2887 |
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Sunday July 21, 2013 - 02:40 PM
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Name: Jimmie L Gunther |
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Rank/Rate: FT2 |
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Division/Squadron: Fox |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1952-1956 |
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Location: Montgomery AL USA |
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Comments: I would like to have the ports of call, and dates, for the 1955 Med cruise if anyone has it. I especially need the La Spezia (Leghorn), Italy dates and/or the related tour to Munich, Germany. |
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Sunday July 21, 2013 - 07:56 AM
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Name: Daniel A. Mei |
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Rank/Rate: AMSAN |
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Division/Squadron: AIMD |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1969-1970 |
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Location: Grand Junction Colorado U.S.A. |
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Comments: A hell of a cruise |
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Monday July 15, 2013 - 02:01 PM
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Name: John Baxter |
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Rank/Rate: AN |
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Division/Squadron: V-4 V-2 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1969 1972 |
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Location: chicago ILL |
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Comments: Just checking in plans are to make the re-union in Omaha hope to see old buddies there! Hope all the other guys are doing great! |
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Monday July 15, 2013 - 02:22 AM
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Name: Donald lee kercheval |
No Email Address
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Rank/Rate: an |
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Division/Squadron: Gm |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1962 1966 |
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Location: pittburg tx usa |
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Comments: Looking for shipmates 903 8530844 |
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Sunday July 14, 2013 - 11:42 PM
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Name: Aaron A. Wheatley |
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Rank/Rate: AZ |
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Division/Squadron: V-5 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1971-1972 |
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Location: Bellingham Wa USA |
Comments: Trying to find E.H. Dickey, J.A. Jakawitch, K.R. McClame, R.R. Culmer, M.J. Kaiser, A.F.Whaley, C.P. Hanson, E.J. Marx, W.K.Yound,T.M. Fath,
Hoping they recall events around a refueling mission
Thank you... |
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Sunday July 14, 2013 - 09:02 PM
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Name: John Diamante |
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Rank/Rate: LI2 |
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Division/Squadron: X-1 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1983 - 1987 |
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Location: Virginia Beach VA USA |
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Comments: Came aboard in Alameda straight from boot camp. Made the world cruise. Retired as LIC. Best ship I was ever on. |
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Saturday July 13, 2013 - 07:02 PM
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Name: Don kercheval |
No Email Address
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Rank/Rate: an |
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Division/Squadron: gm |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1962 1966 |
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Location: pittburg tx u.s.a. |
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Comments: Looking for ship mates |
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Saturday July 13, 2013 - 06:44 AM
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Name: Steven Maluck |
No Email Address
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Rank/Rate: ET1 |
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Division/Squadron: OE |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1986 - 1988 |
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Location: Columbia SC |
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Comments: Plenty of great memories! |
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Tuesday July 09, 2013 - 07:29 AM
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Name: Paul E. Stover |
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Rank/Rate: BT3 |
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Division/Squadron: Engineer |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1952-1955 |
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Location: Etna Ohio United States |
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Comments: Great Experience. Enjoyed it...Should Have stayed |
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Saturday July 06, 2013 - 11:42 AM
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Name: Sal Avellino |
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Rank/Rate: CSSN |
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Division/Squadron: S2-C |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 11/51 - 3/53 |
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Location: Brooklyn NY USA |
Comments: Am one of the original (3) incorporating officers of the USS Coral Sea CVA 43 Assn. Patton was div chief at the time. May his soul rest in piece, one big piece I hope. lol Remember my shipmates "Ozzie" Ozbold, Charley Gallo,Ski Brzinski, Tony Grasso,Tony Morello and Joe Mulholland to say just a few.
For some reason or other it was a hate relationship that turned into a love relationship as I bgan to grow and mature. Now a days I thank my lucky stars I got to serve on the Coral Sea. It;s been an experience that has lasted my whole lifetime and one which of course I'll never forget.
God Bless and keep all my old shipmates, including thos who have fallen in for the last muster. |
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Friday July 05, 2013 - 04:07 PM
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Name: Evans David G . |
No Email Address
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Rank/Rate: E3 Seaman |
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Division/Squadron: |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1960 to 62 |
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Location: houston Texas Harris |
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Comments: I worked both below , and flight deck Ord . |
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Wednesday July 03, 2013 - 05:58 PM
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Name: James (CHRIS) Cowan |
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Rank/Rate: ABE-2 |
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Division/Squadron: V-2 Cat-1 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 79-82 |
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Location: Tacoma WA |
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Comments: Hoping that all our shipmates have a great and safe 4th of July.Keep your eyes and fingers in place. |
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Wednesday July 03, 2013 - 02:03 PM
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Name: Herbie Hernandez |
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Rank/Rate: ABF3 |
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Division/Squadron: V-4 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 72-75 |
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Location: Las Cruces New Mexico USA |
Comments: Happy 4th of July to all my GRAPE Buddies; Tim Williams(TK), Sonny Stephanoff from Alaska, Harry Thompson, Otmar Guzman (The Goose),Rodney Mantooth, Dale Smith, Dan Sauceda, Gordy Matson, Steve Kooser, Joe Lopez from Calif., Conrad Lawrence, Gary Sims, Frank Lentz and the rest of the Grapes! Had a great time
on the Coral Maru! Keep in touch Grapes! |
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Monday July 01, 2013 - 09:05 PM
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Name: Charles C. ( Buddy ) Jones |
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Rank/Rate: IC3 |
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Division/Squadron: Engineering IC Gang |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1966-1968 |
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Location: Milford Delaware Good Ole US of A |
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Comments: I just found out this website existed. Now that I know, I'll be back. |
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Monday July 01, 2013 - 09:39 AM
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Name: Larry Trout |
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Rank/Rate: ABE-3 |
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Division/Squadron: V-2 CAT 2 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1977-1981 |
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Location: Dekalb IL |
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Comments: To former v-2 personel Tom Supnet trying to get a reunion going for next year in San Diego, can look him up on face book or e-mail me.Looking forward to hearing from and seeing every one. |
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Saturday June 29, 2013 - 11:56 PM
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Name: Robert Dyer |
No Email Address
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Rank/Rate: ABF3 |
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Division/Squadron: |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): Aug 82-Feb 86 |
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Location: |
Comments: Dedicated to the wind that blows.
The ship that goes.
And the lass that loves a sailor. |
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Wednesday June 26, 2013 - 04:46 PM
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Name: John C Myers |
No Email Address
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Rank/Rate: E4 |
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Division/Squadron: E-power shop |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1959 - 1963 |
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Location: Wheeling WV USA |
Comments: .A lot of years past, I still think about those days a lot.
. All the best to you
JC |
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Wednesday June 26, 2013 - 01:47 PM
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Name: Gerald A. Gould |
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Rank/Rate: AG3 |
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Division/Squadron: OA |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1964-1967 |
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Location: Columbus Ohio |
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Comments: Would like to connect with Pete Berryman he was a QM on the Coral Sea and later switched rates I believe to Navy Counsler. Last I had contact with him he was a recruiter in Texas during the early 80s. |
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Tuesday June 25, 2013 - 10:20 AM
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Name: John H. Ranson |
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Rank/Rate: QM2 |
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Division/Squadron: N Div. |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 7/67-4/69 |
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Location: Ft. Thomas Ky. USA |
Comments: Attention all shipmates who are planning to attend the 2013 reunion in Omaha, Ne.: There's a mistake in the last issue of "Sea Breeze" regarding the tour dates. The correct dates are Thursday, Oct 10, 2013 & Friday, Oct. 11, 2013. I applogize for the mistake.
See you all in Omaha! |
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Sunday June 23, 2013 - 04:13 AM
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Name: Shelby Gaul |
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Rank/Rate: PH3 |
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Division/Squadron: OPS |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1969 - 1970 |
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Location: Pomona California USA |
Comments: Greetings to all former Coral Sea Crewmembers. Just want to pass along the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Coral Sea Division web site so it can be accessed to see what the Unit Sea Cadets are presently doin and what they've been up to.
The website is located at: https://sites.google.com/site/coralseadivision/home
Hope you enjoy seeing what the Cadets have been doing. |
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Friday June 21, 2013 - 09:51 AM
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Name: John Arnone |
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Rank/Rate: John Arnone RM3 |
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Division/Squadron: OR Division |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1960 to 1962 |
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Location: Yasothon Thailand |
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Comments: I went to Radio school in Norfolk, than to DC for a year and then to the Coral Sea. Used to live in Los Angeles, but retired to Thailand in 1998 |
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Thursday June 20, 2013 - 01:38 PM
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Name: Steven Sisk |
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Rank/Rate: NCC (SW) Ret. |
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Division/Squadron: E |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1963 - 1967 |
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Location: Shreveport LA USA |
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Comments: Served on board from December 1963 to April 1967 as an ICFA to IC3. This was my first ship. |
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Tuesday June 18, 2013 - 08:33 PM
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Name: Rudy Lovell |
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Rank/Rate: MM3 |
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Division/Squadron: A Div. AC/R Shop |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 68 - 71 |
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Location: Columbus Georgia USA |
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Comments: I just discovered this site and Association today. I applied for membership and look forward to talking with and attending reunions with fellow CVA-43 Sailors. I made 3 West Pac cruises and turned 21 on line in the Tonkin Gulf. I worked in the Air Conditioning/ Refrigeration Shop. If Bill Brumitt is out there, contact me. |
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Saturday June 15, 2013 - 03:46 PM
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Name: Timothy C. Tidwell |
No Email Address
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Rank/Rate: AMH-3 |
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Division/Squadron: VA-153(Blue Tail Flies.) |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1960-1963 |
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Location: Conroe Texas U.S.A. |
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Comments: I made three WESTPAC cruises on the Coral Sea. (1960-1961)(1961-1962)(1963) I was 17 years old on my first cruise,21 years old at the end of my last cruise on Nov.25,1963.A very exciting time in my life. |
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Friday June 14, 2013 - 08:44 PM
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Name: Debra Sinkovich |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1964 -1968 |
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Location: St Clair PA USA |
Comments: I am writing in an attempt to assist my father-in-law George P Sinkovich. He served on the USS Coral Sea CV-43 during the years I listed. We have made several trips to Washington and I have been searching the internet to find any available information on a Leonard Semen who served in the air division on the ship between 1966-1967. This name does not appear on the MIA or KIA lists. According to my Father-in-law this man went overboard on a night watch and he is somehow saying he is responsible that no one remembers this Leonard Semen. We can't get him to let this go. If anyone has any information on Leonard Semen and is willing to share it would be greatly appreciated.
There is another crew member he talks about but I am unable to get him to give me the name at this point. He states that he was best friends with this gentlemen and was this gentlemen's best man. He is hoping to touch base with this gentlemen any contact information or possible leads would be appreciated.
If anyone has any information on either of these crew members or if anyone is interested in getting in touch with George P Sinkovich. Please contact me. Any help is appreciated as we are dealing with PTSD and these are now focus points. |
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Thursday June 13, 2013 - 07:37 PM
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Name: Richard w Parker |
No Email Address
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Rank/Rate: ao3 |
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Division/Squadron: Weapons |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1981-1984 |
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Location: Holly MI USA |
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Comments: I HAD A BLAST!!!!!!!!!!! |
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Wednesday June 12, 2013 - 11:33 AM
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Name: Dave Bolt |
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Rank/Rate: AO3 |
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Division/Squadron: GM |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1966-67 |
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Location: Geneva Illinois USA |
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Comments: OOPS! Photo for 6/12/13 shows an UNARMED Spad being readied for a launch over Vietnam. That must have really frightened the bad guys. |
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Friday June 07, 2013 - 05:10 PM
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Name: Barbara Wright |
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Location: Pendleton OR USA |
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Comments: My husband served as an observer on the 38th in Korea in late May early June of 1962 when a Navy plane got shot up by the North Koreans while spraying the 38th. What he is sure of is that it was painted white and had a 3 man crew. He knows that it came off an Aircraft Carrier anchored in the South China Sea. He also said that it was a Navy Bomber that had been retrofit with spray equipment. Our question is did you have any of your planes painted white and if so did you have any retrofit with spray equipment that was shot up on it's right side? Joe has said that the plane lost it's right engine and limped back to the ship. He said that the commander of the ship gave the guys who defended the plane am oral commendation. |
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Wednesday June 05, 2013 - 08:47 PM
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Name: Richard A. Sweezey |
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Rank/Rate: HN, HM3 |
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Division/Squadron: H |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1962-1964 |
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Location: New Era MI USA |
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Comments: Sydney Australia and WESTPAC 1963 |
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Monday June 03, 2013 - 04:34 PM
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Name: Warren Luck |
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Rank/Rate: AO2 |
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Division/Squadron: VAH-2 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1961-64 |
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Location: Brisbane Qld. Australia |
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Comments: Is that the ship's bell in the lower right of today's photo? |
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Thursday May 30, 2013 - 06:25 AM
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Name: Larry Pennington |
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Rank/Rate: RM2 |
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Division/Squadron: OR |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1960-1963 |
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Location: Covington TN 38019 |
Comments: Looking for anyone from OR div that was on board during 60-63 for a reunion
at the reunion in Omaha this Oct. |
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Tuesday May 28, 2013 - 02:37 PM
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Name: Vernon Weinkam |
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Rank/Rate: AF3 |
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Division/Squadron: Photo Lab |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 3/1951-6/1954 |
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Location: Pasadena Md USA |
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Comments: Went from boot camp to the Coral Sea and 6 hours after boarding was on my way to the Med for 6 months. Had 4 Med cruises. Korean war started 6/1950 and 6 months later I was on my way to the Med. Wondering how many from that era are still around. |
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Monday May 27, 2013 - 02:40 PM
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Name: Eric Dunigan |
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Rank/Rate: e4 |
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Division/Squadron: shipserviceman |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1978-1983 |
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Location: Hutchinson Kansas usa |
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Comments: Was on from 1978 to 1983 still rember the 103 days straight in the Indian Ocean was a fun 4 yrs for me. |
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Monday May 27, 2013 - 09:36 AM
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Name: Robert (Bones) Lovelass |
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Rank/Rate: SKSN |
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Division/Squadron: S-1 (Ship's Co.) |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1961-1963 |
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Location: Cedar City UT USA |
Comments: I've completely lost touch with my old shipmates over the years. I still remember our criuse in 1962 when we went to Sydney, Australia for the 20th Anniversary of the Battle of The Coral Sea. The people down there welcomed us with open arms and I fondly remeber conversations I had with old WWII Aussie Vets who expressed their heartfelt thanks for the US Navy's actions against the Japaneses Navy which prevented them from invading Australia.In 1962 the beautiful Sydney Opera House was brand new and that city really impressed us "Yanks" with it's scenery and friendly folks.
I'd love to hear from some of the guys I knew while aboard the Coral Sea, especially my best bud Dominick Suniga. |
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Sunday May 26, 2013 - 03:48 PM
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Name: D. J Adams |
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Rank/Rate: AG3 |
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Division/Squadron: 03 div |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1949-1951 |
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Location: Billings Montana USA |
Comments: Hmm,
I glanced thru 2013 and so far found no one of the era of my stint onboard. In 1949 when I boarded the ship I was AB AN in 03gas div, in 1950 became AG3 while in 03 div.
Just turned 84 years. |
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Sunday May 26, 2013 - 07:39 AM
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Name: Charles Nagle |
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Rank/Rate: AD-1 |
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Division/Squadron: HC-1 Det 3 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 79-81 |
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Comments: Great new web site. Thanks bob. |
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Saturday May 25, 2013 - 10:39 PM
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Name: Stephen Adame |
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Rank/Rate: E-3 |
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Division/Squadron: Ships co. |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1968 |
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Location: Boerne Texas USA |
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Comments: Happy to find anyone on the ship in 1986... Especially, Sonny Nabors? |
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Friday May 24, 2013 - 09:02 AM
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Name: santafedave |
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Rank/Rate: BM-3 |
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Division/Squadron: 1st |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1982-1984 |
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Location: Vacaville CA USA |
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Comments: I like the new front page. More info. Hope there is a re-union sometime in Alameda, CA. Boats. |
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Thursday May 23, 2013 - 06:54 AM
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Name: Herbie Hernandez |
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Rank/Rate: ABF3 |
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Division/Squadron: V-4 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 72-75 |
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Location: Las Cruces New Mexico USA |
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Comments: Had a great time during my tour! Still keep in touch with a few grapes, The Goose,Harry Thompson, T.K., Dale, Rodney Mantooth, Andrew Stephanoff, Gordy, & Tex Sauceda. Great job Bob on the web site update! |
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Thursday May 23, 2013 - 05:21 AM
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Name: David Lyng |
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Rank/Rate: ETR 3 |
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Division/Squadron: OE |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1970-Jan "74 |
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Location: Brandon South Daktoa USA |
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Comments: Great Job! This is fantastic! I look at it every day. Super Job! |
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Wednesday May 22, 2013 - 11:57 AM
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Name: Ken Hagle |
No Email Address
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Rank/Rate: AMH2 |
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Division/Squadron: VF151 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 67-70 |
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Location: Marquette Mich. USA |
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Comments: Great job Bob, I look at the website every day |
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Wednesday May 22, 2013 - 07:42 AM
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Name: John Vecero |
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Rank/Rate: ADJ3 |
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Division/Squadron: VF 161 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 67-70 |
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Location: York Pa |
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Comments: The Website looks great. Thanks Bob |
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Wednesday May 22, 2013 - 05:57 AM
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Name: John H. Ranson |
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Rank/Rate: QM2 |
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Division/Squadron: n Div. |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 7/67-4/69 |
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Location: Ft. Thomas Ky. USA |
Comments: Thanks for revamping this site Bob. Great job!
Attention all Shipmates: the 2013 reunion in Omaha will be here before you know it. Please make your room reservations now. The next issue of "Sea Breeze" will have all the details for reunion registration, tours, etc. See you all on Omaha! |
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Tuesday May 21, 2013 - 07:01 PM
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Name: Michael Wechsler |
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Rank/Rate: ADJ2 |
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Division/Squadron: V6-AIMD |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1966-1969 |
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Location: Ft. Lauderdale Florida |
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Comments: Did my entire enlistment aboard the Coral Sea, June 66 to Sept.69 I enjoy visiting and reading the material on this website, it brings back great memories,I want give a big "Well Done" to Bob Dorais, for this site and the good recovery of the guest book |
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Tuesday May 21, 2013 - 04:47 PM
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Name: Bob Dorais |
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Rank/Rate: AE-2 |
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Division/Squadron: VA-27 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1979-80 |
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Location: Malvern PA USA |
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Comments: This is the new guestbook. I'll keep an eye on the spammers so it doesn't get clogged up with junk. |
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Thursday May 16, 2013 - 04:46 AM
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Name: David Lyng |
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Rank/Rate: ETR 3 |
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Division/Squadron: OE |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1970-January '74 |
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Location: Brandon South Dakaota USA |
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Comments: I agree, lets figure out how to filter this crud. I look at the guest book every day and enjoy the photos and comments from SHIPMATES, not morons. |
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Wednesday May 15, 2013 - 09:01 AM
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Name: Charles Nagle |
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Rank/Rate: AD-1 |
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Division/Squadron: HC-1 det 3 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 79-81 |
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Location: Winnter Springs FL |
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Comments: Any way of keeping the junk off this guestbook. |
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Tuesday May 14, 2013 - 11:00 AM
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Name: Mike D'Angelo (Dee) |
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Rank/Rate: WT4 |
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Division/Squadron: WEPS |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1985-1989 |
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Location: Las Vegas NV |
Comments: Wow! What memories. I worked in Forward and Aft SASS. One of the last.
The picture of the 1986 "Manning the Rail" coming back from the Med, I am one of those slim white figures on the forward starboard quarter. |
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Monday May 13, 2013 - 11:09 PM
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Name: H. V. "BUD" HARRIS |
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Rank/Rate: LT |
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Division/Squadron: X DIV |
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Location: CARSON CITY NV USA |
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Comments: On board Nov 1964 until Nov 1966, Admin Officer, X Division Officer |
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Saturday May 04, 2013 - 01:55 PM
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Name: Tim Cloud |
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Rank/Rate: IC2 |
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Division/Squadron: E-Div. |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1980-1983 |
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Location: Cape Coral Fl USA |
Comments: 3yrs 52 days...worked in Telephone Exchange...
Had a great memorable tour...!! |
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Friday May 03, 2013 - 07:00 PM
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Name: Darwin "Hap" Litzell |
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Rank/Rate: PN3 |
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Division/Squadron: VAH2 & X Div. |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1960,61 & 62 |
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Location: Glenwood City Wisconsin USA |
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Comments: Hello, Are there any old-timers out there who might have a Blue Jackets Manual from the late 50's that was issued in Boot Camp? I loaned my copy to a youngster back in the late 60's to study because he was going to join up. I never got it back! Would like to have one to show my grand kids who might consider sailing the seven seas for a few years. Email is: mrhap1@cltcomm.net. My mailing address is P.O. Box 112, Glenwood City, Wi. 54013. There was an ABF3 onboard the Coral Sea during the 61-62 cruse from Glenwood City, Wis. His name was Jim Dale. Anyone remember him? Regards, "Hap" Litzell |
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Tuesday April 30, 2013 - 12:15 PM
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Name: Jim Johnson |
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Rank/Rate: an |
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Division/Squadron: OC Division |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1972 - 1973 |
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Location: Madison WI |
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Comments: Just made my reservations for Omaha for Oct. |
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Monday April 22, 2013 - 10:51 PM
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Name: ronald parker |
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Rank/Rate: BT3 |
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Division/Squadron: 4baker fireroom |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1980-1983 |
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Location: alameda ca usa |
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Comments: anyone out there from B-4 fireroom |
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Friday April 19, 2013 - 08:24 AM
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Name: Dave Bolt |
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Rank/Rate: AO3 |
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Division/Squadron: Guided Missile Div |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1966-67 |
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Location: Geneva Illinois USA |
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Comments: A prayer for Boston. |
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Saturday April 06, 2013 - 07:59 AM
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Name: timothy mcintosh |
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Rank/Rate: E-3 / plane cpt |
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Division/Squadron: vf 191 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1976-1977 |
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Location: belgrade maine usa |
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Comments: I often look back at the time I spent on the ship and wonder where and what the people are doing in life now. I have very good and sad memories of the westpac of 76-77 I was on. If anyone remembers, we did loose some lives on that cruise.My heart still goes out to there families.I was in VF 191 the sister squadron of one of the jets that went down, I still remember that day as if it were yesterday.If anyone from VF 191 is reading this I hope you take a moment and say a prayer for them and there families. |
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Thursday April 04, 2013 - 10:43 AM
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Name: Greg Hawke |
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Rank/Rate: BT2 |
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Division/Squadron: B Div, 4 Charlie fireroom |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1967-1970 |
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Location: Hales Corners Wis USA |
Comments: I seem to recall back in 1968 we went to the Sea of Japan when Korea captured the USS Pueblo. All that happened was that our 30 day line period stretched to 52 days.
Anyway, we did nothing back then either. We did get to Sasebo after that though. Good liberty. |
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Thursday April 04, 2013 - 05:27 AM
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Name: David Lyng |
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Rank/Rate: ETR 3 |
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Division/Squadron: OE |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1970-Jan \'74 |
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Location: Brandon South Dakota USA |
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Comments: A question/comment to all of my shipmates: Why, with all the BS coming out of North Korea, doesn't the leadership of this country send a couple of our Nuclear Aircraft Carriers to the region, and have them do about 48 hours of heavy lifting, and the problem would be solved? |
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Wednesday April 03, 2013 - 09:28 AM
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Name: james yotkewich |
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Rank/Rate: abe4 |
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Division/Squadron: V-2# cat 2 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1961-64 |
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Location: west frankfort ill. usa |
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Comments: just checking in it been awhile . good luck to all. |
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Sunday March 31, 2013 - 11:23 AM
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Name: John H. Ranson |
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Rank/Rate: QM2 |
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Division/Squadron: N Div. |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 7/67-4/69 |
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Location: Ft. Thomas Ky. 41075 USA |
Comments: To all Coral Sea Shipmates & your families: Happy Eaaster!!!
Godspeed! |
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Sunday March 31, 2013 - 06:43 AM
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Name: Jim Cline |
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Rank/Rate: BT3 |
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Division/Squadron: B Div - 4 Charlie |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1967 - 1969 |
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Location: Citrus Heights CA |
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Comments: Happy Easter to all. Never had to stand Smoke Watch. Hard to tell from the angle of the of picture who was smoking. |
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Saturday March 30, 2013 - 07:26 PM
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Name: Charles W. Cline |
No Email Address
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Rank/Rate: Bt 3 |
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Division/Squadron: B division |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): Oct. 1967 to April 1971 |
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Location: Baisden West Virginia |
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Comments: Worked in both 4able and 4baker fire rooms. I remember a lot of the men I worked with and sometimes wonder what happened to them. |
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Friday March 29, 2013 - 06:35 PM
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Name: Greg Hawke |
No Email Address
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Rank/Rate: BT2 |
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Division/Squadron: B Div. 4 Charlie Fireroom |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1967-1970 |
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Comments: Had to re-post fireroom number, can't seem to let go of the shift key.
Who ever said a BT should be able to type?
Anyone from 4 group boilers 67-70 out there?
Or anyone from B div. |
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Friday March 29, 2013 - 06:28 PM
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Name: Greg Hawke |
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Rank/Rate: BT2 |
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Division/Squadron: B Div. $ Charlie Fireroom |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1967-1970 |
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Location: Hales Corners Wisconsin USA |
Comments: Any old BT smoke watches out there that can tell which fireroom was making the white smoke in todays photo?
Just getting close is good enough.
Greg AKA HAWKE back in the day |
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Tuesday March 26, 2013 - 09:49 PM
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Name: Chuck Bell |
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Rank/Rate: PN2 |
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Division/Squadron: X Div (Personnel Office) |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1962-63 |
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Location: Clinton Wis USA |
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Comments: Happy Easter! All is well on this end, still miss the Ole Girl and those I served with. Wow....50 years ago....no wonder I have grey hair...lol |
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Tuesday March 26, 2013 - 06:44 PM
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Name: Leo Alberts |
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Rank/Rate: ABH-2 |
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Division/Squadron: V-1 Divison (Air Department) |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1971-1975 |
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Location: Middleville Michigan USA |
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Comments: anyone comming to the spring Fling Reunion,feel free to e-mail me for local information. I have lived in the Grand Rapids area all my life. Lots of good resturants and local pubs in the "downtown" area. Plenty of places to visit both close by and day trips. |
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Monday March 25, 2013 - 05:51 PM
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Name: Mike Oscar Pfeffer |
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Rank/Rate: BTFN |
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Division/Squadron: B-Div 4ABLE Fireroom |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1974-77 |
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Location: Chicago Illinois |
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Comments: Hoping to see some new faces April 25th-28th, 2013 in Grand Rapids Michigan . Spring Flings are for those who can't or won't be able to go to the Annual Reunions in October.. Good times are had by ALL. |
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Saturday March 23, 2013 - 09:47 AM
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Name: Charles M. Morgan |
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Rank/Rate: AZ3 |
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Division/Squadron: VF-151 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1967-1970 |
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Location: Lake City, Florida USA |
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Comments: Hap, I think I have a CD of that recording if I can find it I will be glad to share it with you. Email me at charlesmmorgan@comcast.net |
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Friday March 22, 2013 - 06:51 PM
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Name: Darwin "Hap" Litzell |
No Email Address
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Comments: For some reason my full name didn't print on my previous message so here it is" Darwin "Hap" Litzell. |
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Friday March 22, 2013 - 06:48 PM
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Name: Darwin \ |
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Rank/Rate: PN3 |
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Division/Squadron: VAH2 & X Div. |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1960,61 & 62 |
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Location: Glenwood City Wisconsin USA |
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Comments: Can't remember if it was the 60-61 or the 61-62 far east cruise but the cruise book from one of those contained a 78Lp record with the sounds of the ship on it. I have since misplaced mine but I remember several years ago there was a Coral Sea web site the had that recording on it. Can anyone tell me if that site is still around or where I might be able to get a CD with those sounds. I remember those 2 cruises very well. I enjoyed every day I spent onboard. Would sure like to make one more cruise before I retire to that big flight deck in the sky! Would enjoy hearing from any shipmates from VAH2 or from X division . This Easter Sunday will be 52 years ago we were in Hong Kong. I remember it well because I got my first (and only) tattoo in the back room of a clothing store. It was kinda hidden because all tattoo parlors were off limits at the time. I had to hide that tattoo for a long time! |
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Thursday March 21, 2013 - 03:19 PM
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Name: Larry Palmer |
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Rank/Rate: AO3 |
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Division/Squadron: GM Div. |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1969-1970 |
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Location: Parsons KS USA |
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Comments: Looking for Doyle Gray. Springfield MO. Last time I saw him was at Hunters Point in dry dock 1970. |
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Thursday March 14, 2013 - 09:26 AM
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Name: Frank Lentz |
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Rank/Rate: MMC ret |
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Division/Squadron: V-4 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1974-1978 |
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Location: San Diego ca usa |
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Comments: Sure Ellis, I remember you, we were messcooking at the same time, right at the end of the 75 westpac. |
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Friday March 08, 2013 - 06:12 PM
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Name: cliff ellis |
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Rank/Rate: an |
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Division/Squadron: GM Division |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1973-1976 |
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Location: granbury texas usa |
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Comments: any one out there remember me |
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Wednesday March 06, 2013 - 08:54 PM
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Name: peter bourque |
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Rank/Rate: mm3 |
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Division/Squadron: m 4 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 80 - 83 |
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Location: loving new mexico |
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Comments: sure would like to hear from some of the old gang from this time period |
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Tuesday March 05, 2013 - 03:06 PM
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Name: John Gerholdt |
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Rank/Rate: ADR3 |
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Division/Squadron: AIMD |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1969-1970 |
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Location: SD/TX |
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Comments: '69-'70 WestPac, jetshop and testcell. Any shipmates contact me. Remember the Chiefs airplanes? |
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Tuesday March 05, 2013 - 08:07 AM
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Name: Robert C Swan |
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Rank/Rate: ET3 |
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Division/Squadron: Electronics |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1962-64 |
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Location: San Jose CA USA |
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Comments: Ship's company, electronics division. Worked on ARC radios, etc. |
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Saturday March 02, 2013 - 08:59 AM
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Name: Richard A. Evans |
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Rank/Rate: HT3 |
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Division/Squadron: R |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1979-1983 |
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Location: San Francisco California USA |
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Comments: I was just thinking about the time I spent on this vessel and how it impacted so much of my life afterward. A honor few understand. |
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Thursday February 28, 2013 - 02:47 PM
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Name: John Anthony Marcelle |
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Rank/Rate: YN3 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1968-1971 |
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Location: Deltona FL USA |
Comments: Served as YN3 on the Bridge. Made 3 tours of duty on the CVA43 Coral Sea.
Still have my Boot Camp Bound Hard Cover Book and Tour book while on thr Coral Sea. If anyone remembers me, I would love to hear from you. |
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Tuesday February 26, 2013 - 11:22 AM
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Name: Greg Hawke |
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Rank/Rate: BT2 |
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Division/Squadron: B Div, 4 Charlie fireroom |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 67-70 |
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Location: Hales Corners WI |
Comments: When I left in July 70 the boiler fuel was NSFO, Navy Special Fuel Oil, mostly referred to as "Black Oil". It needed to be heated to 140°F before it went thru the burner nozzles.
Very dirty stuff. The sprayer plates and burner nozzles had to be cleaned usually once every watch. At 600 hours of steaming time "firesides" of each boiler were cleaned. Cleaning consisted of manual scraping of the tubes closest to the firebox and water washing, using a 1.5" firehose with the Emergency feed pump supplying the water.
I know that some other ships in the mid 70's were using what they called "distillate fuel". Much lighter and cleaner burning. I don't know when or if the Coral Sea switched to that. |
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Monday February 25, 2013 - 10:49 PM
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Name: Raymond Melninkaitis |
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Rank/Rate: AO2 |
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Division/Squadron: VA 153 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1967-1969 |
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Location: Beacon Falls CT |
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Comments: What fuel did the Coral Sea use in the '70s? |
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Monday February 25, 2013 - 08:37 PM
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Name: Dave Bolt |
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Rank/Rate: AO3 |
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Division/Squadron: Guided Missile Div |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1966-67 |
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Location: Geneva Illinois USA |
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Comments: Just saw on the evening news there is going to be an big piece on the late night news a story on prostitution at Subic Bay. Not what you would call "breaking news", they are about 60 years late. Hope they have time for a "special" for a Jeepeny ride. |
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Sunday February 24, 2013 - 03:19 PM
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Name: francis g boelter |
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Rank/Rate: EM1 |
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Division/Squadron: E |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1950 1953 |
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Location: West Fargo ND cass |
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Comments: the three years aboard the Coral Sea was some of the best times 0f my life and I am 83 mow |
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Sunday February 24, 2013 - 12:51 PM
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Name: MIKE COCHRAN |
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Rank/Rate: ABEAN/SK1 USNR RET. |
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Division/Squadron: V2/CAT 3 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 68-70 |
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Location: ARIZONA |
Comments: GOOD SUNDAY AM!
REGARDING MY LAST ENTRY REGARDING THE NAMING OF A NEW SHIP FOR THE CORAL SEA.
I HAVE RECIEVED NUMEROUS e-MAILS, PHONE CALLS FROM FORMER MATES. ALL AGREE!!
I CAN'T DO THIS ON MY OWN. WE NEED A CONCENTRATED EFFORT! BALLS TO THE WALLS!
ALL OF US LOST TOO MUCH SWEAT, BLOOD, TEARS, AND LOST TOO DAMN MANY FRIENDS TO DISABILITIES OR DEATH.... EVERYBODY WHO READS THIS LOG NEEDS TO CONTACT ALL OFFICERS OF THE ASSOCIATION. WHATEVER IT TAKES. WRITE, CALL, e-MAIL, OR BANG ON THEIR FRONT DOOR. LET'S GET THIS GOING. DO IT FOR THE CORAL SEA, AND CAPT. FERRIS. IF HE WERE STILL ALIVE HE WOULD BE THE FIRST ONE KNOCKING ON THOSE DOORS. MOST OF US ARE IN THE 60'S, OR RETIRED. WE NEED TO GET OUT OF THE RECLINERS, COUCHES, WHATEVER YOUR SITTING IN. GET UP!!!!! IF YOU ALL THINK THIS IS A PRIORITY FOR OUR POLITICIANS YOUR STILL SITTING ON THE BAR-STOOL OF DENIAL. IT IS OUR PRIORITY. IT IS OUR MAIN OBJECTIVE. THIS IS ON US. SURE, WE ALL HAD SOME LOUSY EXPERIENCES. BUT TIME WOUNDS ALL HEELS. WE NEED RUNNERS. NOT A BUNCH OF OLD GOATS WITH BAD FEET!!! COME ON ASSOCIATION OFFICERS. LEAD. LEAD. LEAD. YOU HAVE A POTENTIAL 2000 VOL. THAT ONCE AGAIN ARE READY TO SERVE ON, FOR, WITH THE USS CORAL SEA CVA 43.
SORRY TO BE ALL HEATED UP. JUST TURNED OFF OBAMA'S DENIAL THAT HE IS NOT AGAINST
WEAKINING THE NAVY. THIS MAN NEEDS TO SPEND ONE NIGHT LAUNCH ON THE FLIGHT DECK.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL. I SINCERELY CARE FOR EACH ONE OF YOU. EVEN "FRENCHY" FROM MAINE WHO STILL OWES ME $20.00 FROM A CERTAIN CARD GAME...
MIKE C. |
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Wednesday February 20, 2013 - 06:59 PM
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Name: Vernon Weinkam |
No Email Address
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Rank/Rate: AF3 |
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Division/Squadron: Photo Lab |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 3/51-7/54 |
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Location: Pasadena Md USA |
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Comments: Just wondering if any of the old guys from the photo lab are still around, Jerry Quinn, Gene Miscenich |
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Saturday February 16, 2013 - 03:50 PM
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Name: Cary Shelby Camp |
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Rank/Rate: E4 |
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Division/Squadron: !st and 4th Division |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1965-1968 |
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Location: Thicket Texas USA |
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Comments: Tony Evans...e-mail me |
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Sunday February 10, 2013 - 02:51 PM
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Name: Bob Lesh |
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Rank/Rate: PN3 |
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Division/Squadron: VA-155 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1960-1962 |
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Location: Salem Oregon USA |
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Comments: Looking for then LCDR Edmund Ingley, Herb Fenton, PN1, Leroy Roberts YN3. Been too many years since contact. I agree, time to rename another carrier for the Coral Sea. Trouble is Congress just wants to name them after idiot Presidents. OK, some aren't idiots. Best wishes to all. |
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Friday February 08, 2013 - 08:02 AM
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Name: Frank Lentz |
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Rank/Rate: ABF3 (retired MMC) |
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Division/Squadron: V4 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 74-78 |
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Location: San Diego CA USA |
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Comments: I read the guest log almost every day, most of the post are of past shipmates and their fond memories of the "Coral Maru". In retrospect from my own experience I too look back and truly do cherish those memories, I also remember at the time I was pretty miserable and wanted nothing more than to be off of her. It amazes me how time and age affects us. |
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Thursday February 07, 2013 - 09:35 AM
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Name: Larry Elliott Jr. |
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Rank/Rate: ABHAN |
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Division/Squadron: V-1 Division |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1978- 1982 |
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Location: New Vienna Ohio USA |
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Comments: I haven't signed in for a long time. It is nice to see that there still people around whostill love and remember this proud lady.Gob bless all of y'all. |
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Wednesday February 06, 2013 - 06:49 PM
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Name: William J Fitch |
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Rank/Rate: Ltjg |
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Division/Squadron: Supply |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1966_1968 |
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Location: Seattle WA USA |
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Comments: DROP ME A LINE! |
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Tuesday February 05, 2013 - 12:40 PM
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Name: Darold Wofford |
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Rank/Rate: ABE3 |
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Division/Squadron: V-2 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1966-1969 |
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Location: Miami Oklahoma |
Comments: I served aboard the Coral Sea 66-69 first in the 2nd Division and then up to V2. Just wanted to see if any of the cat crew members were still alive. We're up in our 60's now and would just like to touch base with any one from the Cats either i,2, or 3 (F Troop). Thank guys, for all you did and for all you gave.
May God richly bless.
Darold Wofford
#3 Cat Topside Safety P.O. |
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Monday February 04, 2013 - 09:37 PM
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Name: PAUL CUTRER |
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Rank/Rate: PCSN |
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Division/Squadron: X DIV |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 74/77 |
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Location: CARLSBAD NM US OF A |
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Comments: LOVED IT. DO IT AGAIN IF SHE HERE. ME AND MY BROTHER DAVID SERVED AT SAME TIME.HE WAS IN PRINT SHOP. |
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Sunday February 03, 2013 - 10:32 PM
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Name: Peter Bokavich |
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Rank/Rate: BT 3 |
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Division/Squadron: B div |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1962-1965 |
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Location: Cottonwood CA, 96022 USA |
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Comments: ASSIGNED TO 2 CHARLIE FIRE ROOM STOOD WATCHES 6 ON AND CARRY ON.CAN REMEMBER IT AS BEING HOT AS THE SUNNEY SIDE OF A WITCHES BOBBIE. |
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Wednesday January 30, 2013 - 03:49 PM
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Name: Jerry Ilkenhons |
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Rank/Rate: E4 |
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Division/Squadron: E and then V2 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1963-1966 |
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Location: Bonners Ferry Idaho US |
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Comments: We were in PLAT back then. Saw a lot of aircraft launch and recovery off that vessel in the Viet Nam years. But then I got out of the Navy early in the anti-Viet Nam years so I was one of the lucky ones. What I remember most about the Coral Maru is taking a job as a Communications Engineer for ComSat General in Gathersburg, MD and having a repair job in Norfolk, VA. When I drove down I-95 and came out of the tunnel and seeing the BIG 43 in lights on the Island sitting at the dock. It was a real site for me. The last time I seen those numbers was in the Bay of Tonkin in 1966 flying off of that vessel in the COD to fly back to San Francisco. The next time I saw that BIG 43 number was when I was working on the ATT Longlines cable laying ship in Baltimore, MD. There was the USS Coral Sea lying in a breaker yard being taken apart by men that had no idea the world she came from. All she was now was a piece of scrap metal. My high school buddy that was on CVA-34 USS Oriskaney. We always thought the Navy had mixed numbers for us when we left 'A'-School said that at least his carrier was a reef in the Caribbean. I just laughed. |
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Tuesday January 29, 2013 - 10:09 PM
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Name: Mike Smalley |
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Rank/Rate: AMS-3 |
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Division/Squadron: AIMD, V-2, &V-1 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1977-1981 |
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Location: Des Moines Washington |
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Comments: Ahoy after 30 years I really miss the ol coral maru |
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Monday January 28, 2013 - 10:16 PM
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Name: Jack Hopson |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 63-65 |
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Comments: Daniel Parks, you've lived the moment, thats for sure. Love the poem. Copied it and I'm keeping it with my Cruise book. Thanks for sharing. |
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Monday January 28, 2013 - 06:19 PM
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Name: Daniel Parks |
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Rank/Rate: AQF3 |
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Division/Squadron: VF-151 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1964-1965 |
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Location: San Diego CA USA |
Comments: The USS Coral Sea
by Daniel Parks
‘Tis midnight on the flight deck
of the Carrier, Coral Sea.
War’s sorties flown, the day is done,
out on the China Sea.
The night is black, no moon or stars,
I walk the deck alone.
I’ve got the watch, the mid’ to four,
and wish I could be home.
Flight op’s secured, the flight deck’s cleared,
all hands have gone below.
The only lights are running lights,
I feel so all alone.
With planes chained down, the only sound,
ship’s angry engines groan.
The cold wind blows, the ocean’s cold,
my thoughts drift back to home.
Far off away, the distant blaze
of lightning lights the sky.
Off to the west in Vietnam,
so many men have died.
I pause to hear the sound, if near,
of distant thunder’s moan.
But there’s no sound but blowing wind,
across the ocean’s foam.
It’s zero-one, an hour’s gone,
my watch is slipping by.
I think about their loved ones,
and how they must have cried.
In this land so far away,
what purpose could there be?
And are we really doing this,
to keep our homeland free?
In the darkness, watch your step,
the deck’s edge could be close.
Watch for chains, arresting gear,
and aircraft catapults.
Ship changes course and heels to port,
a wide turn in the sea.
I wonder if back home tonight,
my love still waits for me?
We lost two men just yesterday,
their crippled plane went down.
No hope of rescue from the sea,
it’s sure they both had drown.
I spoke to one before his flight,
he said he had no fear.
But then again, how could he know,
his death would be so near.
It’s zero-two, I’m half way done,
I pull my arms in tight.
And brace myself against the wind,
it feels so cold tonight.
When I get home, I’ll hold her close,
that girl who waits for me.
And maybe then I’ll soon forget,
about this troubled sea.
The darkness swallows up our wake,
cold, misty clouds eclipse.
Horizon scanned for distant lights,
strained eyes can see no ships.
It seems we’ve sailed so far away,
no other ships allied.
My thoughts, once more of Vietnam,
and of the men who’ve died.
The carrier sails forever on,
it’s like we’re far at sea.
Unnerving thoughts of fear and death,
are watching here with me.
Trying to dispel their dreadful hold,
I think again of home.
But they persist, won’t give me rest,
while watching here alone.
It’s zero-three, an hour more,
and then my watch is done.
Ship’s stacks are belching acrid smoke,
the sulfur burns your lungs.
I inward weep for those in war,
that had to give so much.
And thankful be, out on this sea,
away from death’s cold clutch.
Brave men have died in Vietnam,
and on this troubled sea.
And for their country, sacrificed,
so others can live free.
The war has taken from our best,
young men who’ll never know,
Of love and peace and happiness,
the things they wanted so.
It’s zero-four, my watch relieved,
another takes my place.
I turn to go, but looking back,
it’s written on his face.
He’s seen the dark, forbidding forms,
the ghosts of fear and dread.
He walks alone….the cold wind blows,
thoughts swirling in his head |
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Friday January 25, 2013 - 09:39 AM
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Name: Oscar N. Clifton |
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Rank/Rate: 2nd Class BT |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1960-1963 |
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Location: Schaumburg IL 60193 |
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Comments: I was in Boiler Room 2 Charlie. |
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Friday January 18, 2013 - 12:14 AM
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Name: Bart Miller |
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Rank/Rate: RM - E4 |
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Division/Squadron: Radio / TTY Repair |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 78-79 |
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Location: Scappoose OR |
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Comments: Looking for Chief Jesse Brewer, and other TTY repair group |
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Thursday January 17, 2013 - 11:01 PM
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Name: Frank Esparza |
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Rank/Rate: SSgt. |
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Division/Squadron: AIMD/VMA(AW)-224 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1971-1972 |
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Location: Greensboro North Carolina USA |
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Comments: In the end after all her battles fought so proudly...never yielding.. bending her knee only to God and Country..only to be sold as scrap after decommissioning..no respect..no memories left..only shadows...... |
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Tuesday January 15, 2013 - 10:27 AM
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Name: Craig Thompson |
No Email Address
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Comments: I arrive on the USS Coral Sea October 1980,home sick as I could be, wondering what have I gotten myself into. I remember the ship being large enough to get lost, but being from Texas were every thing a little bigger, I figure I find my away around evenually. For awhile I just could not figure out in the conversation with other ship mates about how good that steak and lobster was. I finally realize there was another chow hall, and pretty soon I WAS SING THAT SAME SONG SOON ABOUT THE STEAK AND LOBSTER. HA HA WELCOME ABOARD LESSON |
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Sunday January 13, 2013 - 10:37 PM
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Name: Michael Zukerman |
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Location: Fort Worth TX United States |
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Comments: To all who served words are not adequate to convey the debt we owe. My message here is one of hope and a long shot at best. My father was Harry Zukerman who has passed away. He served in the Vietnam war era on the USS Coral Sea. I only met him twice in my life and I'm afraid I can't help with very much information about him other than he was a Chief Petty Officer and he wrote to me a few times saying his guys were known as "Zuke's Gooks." As I get older my desperation to find someone who knew him who could tell me what he was like, who he was, and how he lived, grows. I would give anything to find someone who knew him and just sit down and talk and I wanted to give this a chance. God Bless. |
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Sunday January 13, 2013 - 10:05 AM
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Name: James R Williams (willie) |
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Rank/Rate: AMS-2 |
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Division/Squadron: V-6 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1960-1963 |
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Location: Lake Charles LA USA |
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Comments: After all these years,I can still remember the 1st time I saw the grey lady and after spending over 42 months aboard her and which included 2yrs as a crew member of the COD(032)I only have the best of memories of her and the crew.I find it hard to believe a new ship has not been named in her honor. |
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Saturday January 12, 2013 - 01:03 PM
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Name: Christopher W Bailey |
No Email Address
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Rank/Rate: E-4 DC |
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Division/Squadron: Enginering |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): !988-1990 |
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Location: Washington GA USA |
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Comments: I Served on the Ageless Warrior from 1988-1990 as a Dammage Controlman. I was a member of the decommisioning crew. I enjoyed my time aboard the Coral Sea. |
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Thursday January 03, 2013 - 05:09 PM
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Name: vince bonderczuk |
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Rank/Rate: BT! |
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Division/Squadron: B-1.B-5 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 84-87 |
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Location: norfolk va usa |
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Comments: rough 3 years hard workas a engineer |
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Wednesday January 02, 2013 - 01:22 PM
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Name: MIKE COCHRAN |
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Rank/Rate: ABEAN/SKI USNR |
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Division/Squadron: V2 CAT 3 |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1968-1970 |
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Location: ARIZONA |
Comments: QUESTION?
I SERVED A SHORT TIME ABOARD THE USS ENTERPRISE CVAN65 BEFORE GOING TO CVA 43.
THE ENTERPRISE HASN'T EVEN HIT THE SCRAPYARD YET. AND ACCORDING TO TODAY'S CNN REPORT..."THERE HAVE BEEN 7 OTHER WARSHIPS TO BEAR THAT NAME, AND THERE IS ALREADY A PETITION TO NAME A YET TO BE BUILT CARRIER THE NINTH ENTERPRISE." ANY-
ONE SEE SOMETHING OUT OF WHACK WITH THIS CNN REPORT? THE CORAL SEA WAS DECOMISSIONED IN 1990. WHAT'S WRONG WITH THE ABOVE INFORMATION? IT HAS BEEN 23 YEARS SINCE "OUR SHIP" WAS DECOMISSIONED! I HAVE NEVER HEARD ABOUT A PETION, OR SEEN A PETITION TO HAVE THE NAME "CORAL SEA" ASSIGNED TO ANOTHER USN SHIP. ANOTHER CARRIER WOULD BE GREAT. HOWEVER, ANY SEAGOING SHIP WOULD BE A PROUD MEMORIAL TO THE CORAL SEA. IF A PETITION WAS NOT STARTED, WHY NOT? I READ ALL THESE COMMENTS, AND RECIEVE eMAILS FROM OTHER SHIPMATES. TALKING ABOUT THEIR GRANDCHILDREN, RETIREMENT, OLD MEMORIES ABOUT THIS, AND THAT. ALL VERY NICE. HOWEVER, I THINK THAT THE FIRST THING ON THE AGENDA, FOR THE ASSOCIATION, FOR ALL OF US, FOR THE NEW YEAR, IS TO START TAKING SOME ACTION ON BEHALF OF "OUR SHIP!" I HAVE NOTHING AGAINST THE USS ENTERPRISE, HOWEVER I BELIEVE THE CORAL SEA'S RECORD OF SERVICE OUT TRUMPS ALL OTHERS.... LET'S GET OFF OUR COLLECTIVE -----, AND GET READY FOR AN "ALL HANDS" I CAN'T BELIEVE I'M THE ONLY ONE WHO FEELS THIS WAY. IF I AM, THEN WE ARE ALL WRITING INTERESTING COMMENTS IN THE LOGS. IF YOU REALLY FEEL A LOVE FOR "THE AGELESS WARRIOR" PROVE IT! HOPE TO HEAR FROM SOMEONE IN THE ASSOCIATION. IF A PETITION DRIVE HAS BEEN ALREADY TRIED
IN THE PAST WITHOUT SUCCESS THEN I APOLIGIZE FOR MY STUPIDITY. FAILED ONCE! DO IT THIS TIME! SORRY IF MY WORDS SOUND A LITTLE GRUFF, AND STRONG. OLD AGE HAS PUT MY DISPOSITION IN NEED OF A LONG LIBERTY CALL. VITAMINS DON'T HAVE THE SAME AFFECT AS A WARM BLACK LABLE IN A RUSTY CAN ON GRANDE ISLAND! DAMN, THAT SOUND REAL GOOD. IT'S SNOWING, AND 19 DEGREES!!!! ARIZONA ISN'T ALL A "DRY HEAT!"
BEST WISHES FOR THE NEW YEAR. LET'S HOPE IT'S A GOOD YEAR FOR ALL OF US. AND THE "AGELESS WARRIOR!" THANKS.
MIKE COCHRAN |
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Wednesday January 02, 2013 - 10:31 AM
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Name: Sharon Vail |
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Rank/Rate: AE1 |
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Comments: I have two cruise books fromthe Coral Sea; 1967-68 and 1971-72. I would like to pass them on to someone who could cherrish them. There is no family member interested. They belonged to AOCS Richard (Dick) Smith. |
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Tuesday January 01, 2013 - 01:08 PM
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Name: JERRY CONNELLY |
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Rank/Rate: AG2 |
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Division/Squadron: OA |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 61-63 |
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Location: SALVISA KY |
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Comments: WISHING EVERYONE A HAPPY NEW YEAR. ANY OLO WEATHERMEN OUT THERE?100 |
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Tuesday January 01, 2013 - 08:13 AM
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Name: John H Ranson |
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Rank/Rate: QM2 |
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Division/Squadron: N Div, |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 7/87-4/69 |
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Location: FT. Thomas Ky. USA |
Comments: Happy New Year to all Coral Sea Shipmates. May 2013 be a healthy & prosperous year for all of you and our great Country, Please consider attending one of the Spring reunions as well as the main reunion in Omaha. See ya there!
Also, if you're not a member of the Coral Sea Assoc., join today.
Godspeed! |
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Tuesday January 01, 2013 - 07:54 AM
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Name: Mike Oscar Pfeffer |
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Rank/Rate: BTFN |
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Division/Squadron: B-Div 4Able Fireroom |
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Years Aboard(ex:1963-1965): 1974-77 |
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Location: Chi Ill |
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Comments: Happy New Year to ALL. Hope to see more "new guys" at the reunions this year ... God bless |
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