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| Current Message 25 - November 29, 2003 |
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Entry: 38811
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
Look for Shipmates USS Bolster ARS-38 1969-1972 |
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John Tepper wrote on 2003-11-29 12:46:58.0
Comments: I am looking for Viet Nam Era mates on the Bolster (ARS-38) touring out of Pearl. I am John Tepper, a cook aboard the ARS-38 on some missions to Guam and Da Nang and in Pearl Harbor in the late 60s and early 70s. Any one named Dunn? Robinson?? Any body rember Nina Dunn??
Keywords: Viet Nam Era, mates, Bolster, (ARS-38), Pearl Harbor, cook, Guam, Da Nang, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, Tepper, Dunn, Robinson
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| Current Message 26 - November 29, 2003 |
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Entry: 38810
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
Looking for Shipmates ARS-38 1970-1973 |
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John Tepper wrote on 2003-11-29 12:41:06.0
Comments: I am looking for Vite Nam Era mates on the Bolster (ARS-38) touring out of Pearl. I was a cook aboard a couple of trips to Guam and Da Nang in the late 60s and early 70s.
Keywords: Viet Nam Era,, Bolster (ARS-38) Pearl Harbor, Guam, Da Nang, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972
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| Current Message 27 - November 20, 2003 |
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Entry: 38520
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
USS BOLSTER ARS-38 |
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Don Curran wrote on 2003-11-20 11:35:01.0
Comments: I was aboard the USS BOLSTER ARS-38 in 1948 & 1949. Was wondering whatever happened to her. I was sent to Radar school at Tresure Island and them transferred to the USS MAGPIE AMS-25. Any help about either ship will be appreciated. Don Curran
Keywords: USSBOLSTERARS-38 AND THE USSMAGPIE AMS-25
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| Current Message 28 - October 13, 2003 |
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Entry: 37531
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
Looking For Shipmates |
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larry nisbet wrote on 2003-10-13 09:42:11.0
Comments: JUst checking out there to see if any old shipmates are watching this site. Lets talk. I was a Radioman on the BOLSTER 1958-1961. Larry Nisbet
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| Current Message 29 - September 7, 2003 |
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Entry: 36787
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
ON THE BOLSTER 1954-1956 |
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Jack Blankenship wrote on 2003-09-07 23:31:44.0
Comments: Hello shipmates. I was on the Bolster from 1954 to 1956. I was an (Enginemen 2nd class) when I left the Navy. Any old pals out there, contact me at my email, blankenshipj1@yahoo.com
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| Current Message 30 - April 26, 2003 |
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Entry: 33847
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
Bolster friends |
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Vernon Short wrote on 2003-04-26 16:13:48.0
Comments: COMSERVPAC, USS WARRICK AKA98, MBP1, ServCraft 4, USS APL30
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| Current Message 31 - October 10, 2002 |
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Entry: 28765
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
ARS 38 Booklet of General plans |
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Tom Barber wrote on 2002-10-10 12:13:29.0
Comments: I am looking for Blueprints and specs for the Bolster class tug. Would anyone have the booklet of General Plans that I could copy? Thanks, ----- Ch. Engr. Tom Barber E: lizntom@hotmail.com
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| Current Message 32 - September 3, 2002 |
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Entry: 28006
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
Crew Member from 7/46 to 2/48 USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
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Jerry Campbell wrote on 2002-09-03 15:50:52.0
Comments: I also can recall many towing and salvage operations from Subic Bay to Samar, P.I. and Aleutian Islands I.E. Adak, Attu & Kiska
Keywords: USS Bolster (ARS-38)
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| Current Message 33 - September 3, 2002 |
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Entry: 28005
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
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Jerry Campbell wrote on 2002-09-03 15:34:25.0
Comments: I was aboard Bolster ARS-38 7-46 till 2-48 Rank: SK3, freind of Andy Faria, Uzal Mills, Harold Brown, and others Feel free to contact me at Husky2500rider@aol.com
Keywords: USS Bolster (ARS-38)
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| Current Message 34 - June 2, 2002 |
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Entry: 25974
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
Crew Member |
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J.W. McClure wrote on 2002-06-02 17:21:00.0
Comments:
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| Current Message 35 - May 31, 2002 |
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Entry: 25928
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
LOOKING FOR SHIP MATES |
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james evans wrote on 2002-05-31 20:38:26.0
Comments:
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| Current Message 36 - May 25, 2002 |
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Entry: 25740
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
USS BOLSTER (ARS-38) |
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Walter Cheshire wrote on 2002-05-25 15:21:38.0
Comments: USS BOLSTER ARS-38; Friends: James Brinson, Opecinsky(radio man)
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| Current Message 37 - March 29, 2002 |
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Entry: 24373
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
USS BOLSTER ARS 38 |
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James Givens wrote on 2002-03-29 17:17:11.0
Comments:
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| Current Message 38 - November 5, 2001 |
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Entry: 20375
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
Searching for crewmen |
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Bob Schroeder wrote on 2001-11-05 14:15:36.0
Comments: I'm looking for anyone who served on the Bolster from Sept. 1945 thru July, 1946 in Youkasuka or Tokyo Bay. We pulled us sunken Japanese vessels and disposed of them at sea. Lookin gforward to hearing from you. Bob Schroeder
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| Current Message 39 - May 27, 2001 |
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Entry: 16802
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
Father served on uss bolster 1952-1954 |
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daphne tippen smith wrote on 2001-05-27 11:42:16.0
Comments: My fater served on the Bolster in 1952-54, he is looking for a few shipmates and friends, he was a diver and was working in the engine room and with the water systems, he also served on the Repose for a while. We are looking for friends and reunions of those there at the same time. I have always enjoyed the stories of dives and rough times on the sea. It was nice to find a web site for the great ships.My father is Charles (Chuck) Ray Tippen he is now 71 yrs old and lives in Sulphur Louisiana, 337-583-2750. Give him a call if you were there too. Thanks Daphne
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| Current Message 40 - February 18, 2001 |
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Entry: 15083
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
early 60s |
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troy holland wrote on 2001-02-18 21:27:00.0
Comments: It's good to find this page about the uss bolster.I served as a enginman(EN3)on her from feb 60 to may 63,I have a lot of fond memories of her.I was on it for the trip to brisbane,australia and new zealand.crossing the equator as a polywog was a day to remember.I enjoy reading the history of the ship and her korean days.i would also like to hear from shipmates.hearing things about the bolster just makes me prouder of her and I am proud to have served on her.
Keywords: uss bolster
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| Current Message 41 - November 1, 2000 |
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Entry: 12660
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
Crew member of the Bolster 66 |
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Richard Greenwood wrote on 2000-11-01 08:17:18.0
Comments: I was lucky enough to make one westpac cruse with the ship before being transfered to USS Benewah APB 35. After the westpac trip I went home to get married and when I came back the ship was out to sea. When they came home I helped with the lines. At the bow line they said I had orders to Little Creek VA. The stern line said I was going to Phili. buy the time I got to the gang plank they said I was going to Vietnam. They were all correct. What a way to start a marrage.
Keywords: USS Bolster
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| Current Message 42 - August 24, 2000 |
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Entry: 11259
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
Ship's Crew Early 50's |
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JAMES H. McCoy wrote on 2000-08-24 14:30:36.0
Comments: I served on the USS Bolster (ARS-38) 1952-53. I started out as a seaman under Chief Getty. Then I became Log Room Yeoman, and then Ship's Yeoman. I remember a day in the outer Wonson Harbor when we were transferring our Exec (Glen ?)to a ship that was returning to Japan. A shore battery opened up and hit close enough to us that I picked up shrapnel from the shells on the bridge. I never talked with the exec but they were coming pretty close to him, too. Anyone remember?
Keywords: Chief Getty; Liberty in Yokuska; Doc; Wonson Harbor; Sam Pan duty; Glen Short;
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| Current Message 43 - August 19, 2000 |
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Entry: 11162
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
NAFTS REUNION |
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EDDIE I. Ford wrote on 2000-08-19 22:59:45.0
Comments: Have not found anyone from Bolster yet, but going to the National Association of Fleet Tug Sailors Reunion in San Diego Oct 4-8. Any Tug Sailors out there--come join us! Info at www.nafts.com/reunion
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| Current Message 44 - August 15, 2000 |
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Entry: 11043
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
tour of duty 1959-63 |
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john lejeune wrote on 2000-08-15 18:57:29.0
Comments: I couldn't believe it when I came across all of the comments that have been made about the Bolster. I served on her after the police action. We were all out of Pearl. We did make trips to Austrailia and to new zealand. those were great days. and I missed them dearly after my discharge. Does anyone know how I could get a list of people who served on her during the early sixty's. I have lost track of so many great people.
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| Current Message 45 - June 25, 2000 |
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Entry: 9751
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
USS Bolster ARS38 |
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EDDIE I. Ford wrote on 2000-06-25 19:01:40.0
Comments: I have been thinking a lot about Korea today, on the 50th Anniversary of the beginning of that "police action"--been thinking about being on board the Bolster, the refugees on the island of Cheju, Wonsan Harbor, and Chosan at the Yalu River under the British. Anyone out there remember me and these experiences?
Keywords: USS Bolster ARS38, Jerry Cutten, Chuck Davis, James Hall, Paul Dunham, Wattles,Green SK2, GivensQM3, Lt Dales Exec., Burnside QM2, Blackwell, Dizzy Davis, Skipper H.H.Harding, 'Baker' Skaggs
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| Current Message 46 - November 16, 1999 |
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Entry: 5001
USS Bolster (ARS-38) |
USS BOLSTER (ARS-38) |
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Craig Rothhammer wrote on 1999-11-16 00:00:00.0
Comments: USS GRASP (ARS-24) USS BOLSTER (ARS-38)
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Details
On Sat, 6 Nov 1999
Craig Alexander Rothhammer Email address wrote:
The USS GRAPLE is (ARS-7), a Diver class rescue/salvage ship. I served
on her sister ships, USS GRASP (ARS-24) & USS BOLSTER (ARS-38).
The salvage navy was heavily engaged in the Korean War, close in, and
often under fire. They provided salvage support to the Army, Navy,
Air Force & Marines, Search & Rescue, UDT & special ops operations,
towing, interdiction/patroling, Humanitarian and many other tasks.
I have listed below the records of the eight Diver Class ARS's that I
have certain knowledge of their participation in the Korean War. Many
of them were also WWII and Vietnam veterans.
In the Salvage Navy, we understood ARS not to mean Auxiliary Rescue &
Salvage, but rather "Always Ready Ships". If there was a dirty job to
do, we were the one's to call upon. We paid for this respect in sweat
and blood.
See: Ship History
Bolster Relief
From: L.R.Miller Email address
To: georgejudy@funtv.com
Date: Saturday, January 16, 1999
Subject: USS SARSI - ATF-111
George, I do not have any info on the Sarsi or its crew.
However, I was a seaman on the USS Bolster, ARS-38 and we went up to
relieve the Sarsi and it was gone. Wish I could help more.
Best wishes and good luck.
L.R.Miller
Bowling Green, Ky.
USS BOLSTER (ARS-38)
ARS-38; displacement. 1441; lenght. 213'6"; beam. 39'; draft. 14'8";
speed. 15 k.; complement. 120; armament. 2 40 mm.; class. Diver
Bolster operated alternately out of Pearl Harbor and Adak, Alaska, on
salvage and towing duties until 22 August 1950. She then towed two
barges to Sasebo Japan, and remained in the Far East until 6 July 1951.
During this tour she participated in the Inchon landing (15 September
1950) and the Hungnam Evacuation (9-25 December 1950).
Since 1952 Bolster has continued to operate out of Pearl Harbor and has
made six tours of the Far East, visiting Japan, Hong Kong, Korea,
Okinawa, and the Philippine Islands.
Bolster received seven battle stars for her Korean service (9 September
1950-8 July 1951, 24 January-16 August 1952, and 16 February-15 April
1953).
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