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Amphibious Forces of WWII/USNTS Sampson
AMPHIBIOUS FORCES OF WWII/USNTS SAMPSON
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Subject: Men who served on LSM 426 during WWII


Author:
Cindy Smith
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Date Posted: 17:48:44 12/07/12 Fri
My Grandfather Bob Lett served in the Navy as Seaman 1st Class from July of '44 to Feb of '46 aboard the LSM 426. A few months before he passed away, he was able to talk to my son about some of his time served. However we are very interested to know some more about who he served with and more on what exactly their missions were. I have a few pictures of his that include names: Mr. Sarles listed as Company Officer, Mr. Howting Assistant Company Officer, Harvey McAlexander and Chuck McKeever. If anyone can help with this we would greatly appreciate it. Thank you!

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Subject: Lusk Field House-SUNY Cortland


Author:
Phil Connery
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Date Posted: 11:03:44 09/09/10 Thu
Lusk Field House, originally constructed at Sampson, disassembled and rebuilt SUNY Cortland, is now being renovated. I would love to obtain any information or old photos of the structure as we are planning a grand re-opening and dedication of the building. Thank you.

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Subject: SUVIVORS USS WALKE (DD-723) 6 JAN 1945


Author:
DR. SHERWOOD SARLES
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Date Posted: 19:31:08 09/13/06 Wed
(corrected email address)I WAS BOW HOOK ON WHALEBOAT THAT RESCUED 3 MEN AT NIGHT AND TOOK THEM TO USS MINNEAPOLIS CA 36 ON 6 DEC 1945 WHEN WALKE WAS HIT BY SUICIDE PLANES IN LINGAYEN GULF. (SEAS WERE VERY HEAVY) I JUST RETURNED FROM REUNION SAMPSON NAVL BASE LOOKING FOR INFO REGARDS THESE 3 MEN OR ANYONE WHO WAS ABOARD WALKE ON THAT DATE. I SAW THEM IN SICK BAY FOLLOWING DAY. I ALSO WAS ON WORKING PARTY FOR BURIAL AT SEA FOLLOWING DAYS FOR WALKE SAILORS WHO DID NOT SURVIVE.I TOOK MY BOOTS AT SAMPSON JUNE, JULY 1943 AND SERVED ON USS MINNEAPOLIS 43- DEC45
GOT GED ON BOARD, CITY COLLEGE AND UB BUFFALO, MED SCHOOL NY CITY. RETIRED 1990. FOTUNATELY IN GOOD HEALTH. DOUNHILL SKIER EVERY WINTER

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Subject: Which Sampson Class graduated Feb/Mar 1944


Author:
Paul Lockwood
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Date Posted: 20:16:56 07/26/10 Mon
I have begun a genealogical history of my family. I have obtained all of my deceased Fathers' military papers from the National Personnel Records Center. His name was William Henry Lockwood. I have discovered he was in the USNR and trained at Sampson. His "summary of Service" record shows he was stationed at Sampson from 21 Dec 1943 to 1 March 1944 (graduation?).

I would like to find out what Class number he would have been in and if there is anyone with a class photo.

Thank you.

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Subject: Hello!


Author:
Thomas DeRentiis
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Date Posted: 19:19:18 08/29/10 Sun
Hello Russ,

M wife Julie and I met you and your family up at Minnewaska State Park this past Saturday on the way to Hamilton Point and I just wanted to drop you a message that your website is awesome. I'll definitely be spending some time going through all the great pics and stories you have collected here. Fascinating history.

Best regards,
Tommy

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Subject: SS Howeel Lykes


Author:
gene
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Date Posted: 17:27:29 08/29/10 Sun
Hi ALL !!! My Grandfather was a Seabee during the WWII and crossed the equator on the shipSS Howell Lykes. The ship was a commercial ship owned by the LYKES BROS shipping co . The ship is named for their father. It changed names about 5 times,the US bought a lot of ships to use as troop transports, this was one of them. .....I will try and load it now.8/29/2010.The photo is of the SS Howell Lykes many years after being out of the war.The certificate I have states that on April 14th 1945 My G-father was changed from a pollywog to a shellback. Man how I miss him........And love and thank every one of the men and women of that generation, what a blessing they are !!!!!!
OK the photo will not copy so go to the site . It describes the collision of the 2 ships.

www.teyurtseven.org

Hope this helps.





* ss Howell Lykes : Built 1940 - C3 Class - Grt :7773 Lenght / Beam :469 / 70 ft.
1940 Howell Lykes / 1942 Empire Pintail / 1943 Howell Lykes Converted To Transport / 1946 Lykes Bros.Ss Co. / 1965 Kings Point / 1965 Flying Foam, American Export Isbrandtsen Lines. / 1970 Grand Yaling, Sea King Corp, New York. / 1971 Scrapped Taiwan --- Source of info : www.mariners-l.co.uk

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Subject: USS Pondera


Author:
Arnim Zellmer
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Date Posted: 19:39:34 07/15/07 Sun
I am looking for imformation about the Uss Pondera and the men that served on it with Ervin Heiling Aka Hatch. He was on board for much of the campaign in the South Pacific during W.W.II Any imfo would be appreciated. His health is starting to fail him but he talks about those days quite often.

His step son,
Arnim Zellmer

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Subject: Sampson Veterans Memorial Cemetery


Author:
Rick Connors, Chairman SVMC
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Date Posted: 15:03:12 08/19/10 Thu
I am happy to announce, that construction will resume on Aug. 30th, on the Sampson Veterans Memorial Cemetery. The project has been on hold for the last five (5) months while New York State solved its budget problems and released our grant monies. Twenty eight acres have been cleared and six building have been demolished on the former hospital site. Due to the delay, the opening date and the burial of our first Veteran is now set for May or June of 2010, as the construction moves along we will continue to update this site. Also, New York State has renamed route 96A(which runs north and south) in front of the Cemetery and Naval and Air Force training site. From routes 5&20 south to the Ovid village line, this section of road, about 15 miles will be known as the Sampson Veterans Memorial Highway. A dedication ceremony will take place before Nov. 1st, I will post the date and time when it becomes available. This Veterans Cemetery is being build in memory and honor of the over 400,00 Navy and 300,00 Air Force veterans that went through Sampson Navy and Air Force training center, and all the men and women that honorably serve our great nation.

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Subject: Knowledge of my father


Author:
James Archambault
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Date Posted: 10:20:27 03/23/10 Tue
My father, Stewart Archambault, served on the USS Montrail APA 213.
He worked in the radio shack, and has told me many stories of his exploits, including the personl eyewitnesing of two of the Kamikazies shot down by the ship.
He was burnt when one crashed into the water in front of him.
He passed away about 5 years ago, and would appriciate it if anyone out there has anyknowledge or information about him.

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Subject: address change for a vet


Author:
karen brienzi
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Date Posted: 15:53:22 07/13/10 Tue
I am a caretaker for a vet of Sampson. I cannot find a place on this site for a change of address for him. His newsletter continues to go to his former residence and not to mine where he now lives and he would like to recieve the letter. any help would be appreciated.

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Subject: National Amphibious Veterans Assn. NAVAgator


Author:
John J. Walsh
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Date Posted: 16:16:36 04/22/07 Sun
Hi my name is John J. Walsh formerly President of the USS Randall APA-224 & APA Sailors Assn. and now President of the National Amphibious Veterans Assn. ( NAVAgator ). I formed NAVAgator two years ago because groups are getting smaller & smaller each passing year. Its time the Amphibs became one. Some Amphibious ships were down to 5 or less members and they now have joined NAVAgator. Presently our membership numbers 86 and we are growing. Our first reunion was in Colorado Springs, CO last Sept. Our next reunion will be in Sept. 5-10, 2007 in Branson, MO. If any one is interested in joining NAVAgator please contact me ap 732-367-6472 or apa224vp16@comcast.net.

Your NAVAgator Ship Mate John J. Walsh

Keep the Memories Alive

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Subject: 593rd JASCO, UDT 33.


Author:
paul Smith
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Date Posted: 20:49:12 04/30/10 Fri
Dear folks, My father in law doesn't do computers so he asked me. He was on Leyte with the UDT33. He was wounded in a kamikaze attack and sent home. He would really like to speak to other survivors. He's in the Chicagoland area. Thanks. Paul Smith April 30, 2010

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Subject: Looking for anyone who knew my father


Author:
Linda M. Besold
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Date Posted: 13:18:11 06/07/10 Mon
March 14, 1944...Sampson Naval Graduation Picture ...Company 175.. Looking for anyone who knew or has any information on my father (Andrew J. Besold Jr.), who served in World War 2...A.K.A.(Buddy)...

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Subject: Charles Ray Higgins-USCG/WWII


Author:
Rita Higgins-Armstrong
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Date Posted: 04:45:37 07/04/10 Sun
My father served in the USCG from 1942-1945. He never talked about his time in the service. I know he participated in the invasion of Sicily and Italy On Flotilla 4, and the Invasion of France on Flotilla 10. Any information would be greatly appreciated.


Rita Higgins-Armstrong
(daughter)

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Subject: looking for information on my grandfather


Author:
Amy Venditti
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Date Posted: 07:19:00 07/06/10 Tue
Hi My grandfather Augustus Jospeh Venditti or may have been spelled Agostino was sent to Sampson in Feb. 1942, not sure how long he was there. He was from Providence, Rhode Island and served on LST's in the Pacific during the war. He did leave boot camp at the end, around the time orders were initially given out to attend his fahter's funeral. He was sent new orders and most likely was sent to a base in California. He had a wife named Catherine Grecco Venditti and an infant daughter named Anna Marie born while he was in service. If anyone has any information about him I would apprerciate it greatly.
Thanks

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Subject: boot camp schedule


Author:
mike
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Date Posted: 18:40:33 06/12/10 Sat
I thought I saw online, maybe a year ago, a daily schedule of boot camp life at Sampson during World War II. It read something like, 5:30 wake-up, laps, 6 a.m. shower, breakfast, etc. It might have been for Newport, but I'm pretty sure it was Sampson. I know it was bullet points and laid out the day in half or 15 minute blocks. Has anyone seen this? Can you provide a link? Thank you. -Mike

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Subject: Oneonta Honoroll Name correction


Author:
Richard E Bodiot
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Date Posted: 18:37:25 06/12/10 Sat
Please correct the name of Hugh D Bodiot to Hugh Bodiot.
Hugh Bodiot was my father and hugh D. Bodiot is my older brother.

Thanks
Richard Bodiot

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  • Done -- Russ - webmaster, 16:47:39 06/13/10 Sun
Subject: USS Missoula shipmates


Author:
Harvey Rasmussen
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Date Posted: 14:33:32 04/01/06 Sat
I served on the USS Missoula, first division, from its commissioning to its decommissioning. I woul love to hear from any shipmates.

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Subject: My grandfather


Author:
Randy Hadley
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Date Posted: 08:20:09 06/06/10 Sun
My grandfather Randall Minor Hadley was at Sampson in Feburary 1944 with CO.122 I would love to here from someone that knew him. I have the CO. 122 picture,letters to his mom. and much more. Whould realy like to talk to someone that knew him Thank you Randy Hadley Email imlouie66@aol.com Phone 610-921-8669

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Subject: Reunions


Author:
Gus Thomaris
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Date Posted: 08:51:11 05/31/10 Mon

Having spent many enjoyable times at Sampson Reunions, I must say I miss the fun. Does anyone know the nationality of Xifo, the attractive young lady who entertained us with her dancing? Thanks

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Subject: USS Leary (DD879)


Author:
Bill_McMahon
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Date Posted: 13:23:54 05/09/10 Sun
Looking for the early years after commissioning in May 1945 thru Jan 1946 regarding crew roster, ship logs, etc.

Am searching for anyone who may remember my Dad, William J. McMahon who served on her till he was discharged from active duty Jan 7, 1946.

He 'booted' from Sampson, NY, Co.251 in May 1944.

Thanks,
Bill McMahon

May 31,2010 - I should have mentioned that I have a 'good' copy of Sampson photo of Company 251, dated May 10, 1944, and would gladly send it to anyone as a .jpg file.

Bill McMahon

Last edited by author: Mon May 31, 2010 06:12:13   Edited 1 time.
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Subject: Iwo Jima survivors


Author:
Courtney
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Date Posted: 19:55:12 10/20/04 Wed
I am trying to find survivors of the battle of Iwo Jima. I have questions about your experiences at the battle at Iwo Jima.

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Subject: pictures


Author:
Albert W. Yanni
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Date Posted: 11:42:59 09/22/07 Sat
want to send a pic of father's company, at sampson, please email us as how we go about this to have it posted on website thanks enjoyed looking at the website, my father's name was Albert W. Yanni from Brockway, PA if anyone knew him please contact me at the above email.

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Subject: Russ Padden, Thank you


Author:
Ray Purcell
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Date Posted: 16:27:38 05/17/10 Mon
Just a note to thank you again for your efforts, each time I visit your sites, I am impressed. I appreciate your efforts in our beholf. Ray

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Subject: History paper


Author:
Jaimee Schweigert
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Date Posted: 08:27:50 04/20/10 Tue
Hi, My name is Jaimee Schweigert and I am a freshman at Niagara University
in Niagara Falls, NY. I am currently working on history paper for one of
my classes. The paper topic is on Sampson and I need to use some primary
sources. My grandfather was at Sampson near the end of the war. I have
gotten some information out of him as far as life as a soldier at Sampson,
but I would love some more information. I was just wondering if you had
the name, email and/or phone number of some veterans which would be
interested in helping me. I would like to conduct a short, informal
interview with them via phone or email in the next few days. Please let me
know if you have anyone who could help me. I really appreciate it.
Thank you,
Jaimee Schweigert

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Subject: LST 922 - Sampson CO 313 - Richmond Diesel School


Author:
Bill Sukaly
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Date Posted: 12:18:58 11/28/09 Sat
My dad, William Sukaly, served on the LST922 and was in company 313 (8-24-43) at Sampson Naval Training Station. I am looking for any pictures from either. I have the company 313 picture which I can share with anyone interested. I also have a company picture from the Diesel School at Richmond Virginia Company 75 Sec 2, 12-4-46. If any one knew my dad I would love to hear from you.

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Subject: Mavy, Army, Marine rations from WWll


Author:
Linda Doyle
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Date Posted: 20:58:12 03/16/10 Tue
My husband says he he buy WWll rations and eat them- and they would taste the same as they did then. I disagree! I think they have some type expiration date on them.I know the newer rations have a date, but I'm looking for the WWLL ones. Please help. If you have any of these, sell them to me...My husband wants to eat it- to proove his point (LOL)So just send me the bill... Thank You. Linda Doyle PS. I'll let you know what happens after he eats it...LOL.heehee!!!

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Subject: APA 174 USS JERAULD 1944 to 1946


Author:
Grant W.Nelson Sr.
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Date Posted: 12:17:01 08/10/04 Tue
Time is passing by,I was one of the young crew members on board the APA 174 USS Jerauld, From start to finish 1944 to 1946. Now Iam 78 years young,makeing the time 60 years ago.
And I have been looking for a crew member of the Jerauld,
that was in the 2nd division, or any one that was aboard that can remember me. My picture is in this web site for the APA 174 USS Jerauld. Please E-Mail me at

gnels1@hickorytech.net

Grant W.Nelson Sr
144 Coolidge St
Owatonna Mn. 55060

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Subject: Richard J Brady - Radioman - 1944 - 1945


Author:
kathleen loughlin
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Date Posted: 17:00:04 12/04/08 Thu
i am trying to locate people who were in boot camp with my Dad at Sampson in Sept thru December 1944. I would love to get pictures, info, etc. from that time. I am the youngest of his "9" children and would love to surprise him with various info and pics. He is the Director of Sampson in Massachusetts and is now a very healthy 83 years old.

thank you!!
Kathleen

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Subject: Company 449 Class Photo Jan. 20,1944


Author:
Robert G, Luskin
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Date Posted: 12:44:47 04/23/10 Fri
I have recently come across a company photo of my Father's graduation class. I have seen where people are trying to sell similar photos on ebay. I have scanned this photo and will gladly forward it to anyone who would like it. I don't believe that I should profit from it, this is history and should be shared.

Robert G. Luskin

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Subject: co 417 sampson april to june 1943


Author:
joe devine
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Date Posted: 07:39:24 04/10/10 Sat
does any one out there have a ROSTER COPY OF CO. 417 FROM APRIL 1 TILL MAY 31 1943 WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU THANKS JOE DEVINE

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Subject: LSM-255 Crew


Author:
Denah Thompson
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Date Posted: 12:21:18 08/06/07 Mon
Hello. I was just wondering if anyone here new anything about the LSM-255. I know what kind of ship it is and pretty much where it was thanks to the Navsource pages. My granfather, Madison D. Davis, served on that ship from it's inception to it's demise. He was in battle in the pacific and he was also in the Phillipines. We don't really know much about his service. He never talked about it. I know that he enlisted in 1942 as active duty but was listed as USNR, and that he went to Great Lakes for basic and was in the Rooster Company. If anyone knows anything about the ship's or my grandfather's service, it would be greatly appreciated. Grandpa passed away 10-14-2002. He was 79.

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Subject: Sampson USNTC May 10, 1944 Co 251 - WJ McMahon


Author:
Bill McMahon
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Date Posted: 11:53:33 03/13/10 Sat
My Dad, William J. McMahon served his boot training at Sampson USNTC Co 251
He was from Everett/Somerville,Ma - Married w/2 sons.
The date on the group photo is May 10th 1944. What does this date signify (graduating date? etc.).
Does anyone remember 'Bill' or 'Lefty', as some called him.
Would really appreciate hearing from any of his mates.

His son,
Bill McMahon

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Subject: USS BOWIE APA 137


Author:
Joseph H Leeh MoMM3/c
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Date Posted: 17:56:44 03/29/10 Mon
I served aboard the Bowie during WW2 in te So. Pacific Would like to hear from any shipmates that might run across this. Thanks Joe Leeah

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Subject: USS Trego


Author:
Sherry Reiter Dice
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Date Posted: 20:08:40 11/19/07 Mon
My father, Clifton Joseph Reiter served during WWII on the USS Trego. If there are any remaining who served from around 1944 - 1946 on the USS Trego, or relatives of anyone who served during that time I would like to hear from you. My father was very proud of his service. He was probably 31 or 32 at the time and one of the oldest enlisted aboard ship so they called him Doc. I was 4 when he left home and 6 when he returned.

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Subject: Sampson August 45 to Oct. 45 Unit G co. 518


Author:
Walter E Bromley
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Date Posted: 21:07:19 03/28/10 Sun
I took basic training in Co. 518 unit G from Aug.15 1945 to October 1945. Our company commander was chief Murphy.After basic I was sent to Bremerton,Wash.and then to portland,Oregon where i went aboard the USS Fieberling DE640 on Dec.8 1945 and stayed unti it was decomissioned in March 1948 at Long Beach,Calif.Our first deployment was to Shanghi,China where we served as flag ship for a group of LST's ans also as air sea rescue at air base on Whangpoo river near Shanghi.Also sailed with cientist on ship mtaking soundings off Calif. coast and in Hawiaan islands.Would like to hear f5om anyone fron boot camp or ship.

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Subject: USS ATTALA APA-130


Author:
Mike Vesel
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Date Posted: 13:25:58 12/24/09 Thu
Hi all! My dad, George "Jeep" Vesel was a machinist mate on APA-130 USS ATTALA 1944-45 in the Pacific. Any information or photos of the ship and crew would be appreciated. Thanks!

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Subject: Harvey Smith, Radarman U.S.S Auburn


Author:
Harvey Smith
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Date Posted: 15:01:07 03/22/10 Mon
My Grandfather, Harvey Smith was a radarman on the U.S.S. Aubern. His station was in the CIC, the combat intelligence center. He is still around and if anyone recognizes his name or would like to contact him, he would love to hear from you. His e-mail is included. Thanks a lot.

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Subject: USS MOUNTRAIL APA-213


Author:
RAYMOND WILSON
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Date Posted: 17:19:43 11/07/09 Sat
LOOKING FOR SEAMEN OR ANY INFORMATION ON REUNIONS

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Subject: Samar


Author:
Steve
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Date Posted: 09:05:22 11/13/09 Fri
Anyone serve on Naval Base 3149 on Samar, Philippines? Looking for anyone (Army, Marines, Navy) that was there in late 1945.

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Subject: Looking for My Father's Old Mates


Author:
Anthony Piti
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Date Posted: 19:32:21 03/12/10 Fri
I know this is a longshot, but my dad, Ted Piti, was an Aviation Machinist's Mate, 3rd class with Navy 3149, Samar Island, in early 1945. Just wondering if anyone out there knew him, as he never really discussed his wartime history with me. Thnx in adv.

Tony Piti

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