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Entry: 75129 USS COWELL (DD-547)	LOOKING FOR LOG BOOKS WITH PICTURES
EARL PAYNE JR. wrote on June 18, 2010 CITY AND STATE: MILWAUKIE OR UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: my dad did take me on the ship in the early 1970 as it came to portland oregon for the yearly rose festaval where he showed me where he scribed his enitionals in his gun turit he even siged tha log book as they would have when the boarded and unboarded Keywords: all i know is my dad served on the uss cowell during korean war he had some books he recived from a reunion in florida i remember seeing pictures of him on the ship he was a gunner he had a friend his name was lee mainered they served together.the books were stolen i sure would like to get a copy if you have any info please e-mail me epayne66@msn.com thank you

Entry: 71584 USS COWELL (DD-547)	DECOMISSIONING
GARY BENEFIELD wrote on September 11, 2009 CITY AND STATE: KS UNIT: USS COWELL DD 547 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: NAVY VETERAN Comments: I was on the decommissioning crew. The last voyage was actually to Long Beach. The last time we were in Long Beach prior to the DeCom was following a REFTRA gunshoot. Some of our crew got into it with the USS England crew, a Tin Can vs Dumb ship thing. We won, I guess. Some of our guys took over their quarterdeck. This was the only domestic battle during Vietnam I am aware of by Navy folks. Of course I was not in the ruckus and I am sticking to the story. But, we were kicked out of Long Beach! She was a good old boat. We had some of the highest gunnery scores in the Navy that year and received an "E" for operations. Keywords: RD3, MA1, Cowell, Harold E. Holt, Horne, Kenya, Korea, Kuwait

Entry: 68267 USS COWELL (DD-547)	LAST TRIP
DAVID BANKER wrote on December 15, 2008 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: 601 MOBILIZATION DETACHMENT, PSF, SAN FRANCISCO SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: ARMY VETERAN Comments: The Cowell took our Army Reserve unit from Tresure Island to Monterey Bay (Fort Ord) on what we were told was the last trip for the Cowell before being stripped of all classified items and handed over to the Argentina Navy. Keywords:

Entry: 56955 USS COWELL (DD-547)	USS CO\WELL DD547 -1955 / 1957
GARRY HAWK wrote on May 2, 2006 CITY AND STATE: SAINT LOUIS MO UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: NAVY VETERAN Comments: I served on the Uss Cowell DD547 1955 / 1957 went aboard in Norfork VA and the ship was transferred to Long Beach --two trips to the far east Keywords: I served on the Uss Cowell DD547 1955 / 1957 went aboard in Norfork VA and the ship was transferred to Long Beach --two trips to the far east

Entry: 56954 USS COWELL (DD-547)	SERVED ON USS COWELL 1956 / 1957
GARRY HAWK wrote on May 2, 2006 CITY AND STATE: SAINT LOUIS MO UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: NAVY VETERAN Comments: Keywords: I served on the Uss Cowell DD547 1955 / 1957 went aboard in Norfork VA and the ship was transferred to Long Beach --two trips to the far east

Entry: 53338 USS COWELL (DD-547)	SIMMER RONALD, GUNNERSMATE E-4 1967
RONALD (RON) SIMMER wrote on September 28, 2005 CITY AND STATE: LAKEWOOD CA UNIT: DD 547 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: NAVY VETERAN Comments: Keywords: I was stationed In Treasure Island in SF bay in 1967 and served on the Cowell as a gunnersmate 3rd class. I visited many hours in a 5 inch mount... was in reserves at the time ...

Entry: 41162 USS COWELL (DD-547)	DUAGHTER OF USSCOWELL VET.
MICHELLE ROBERTSON wrote on February 22, 2004 CITY AND STATE: COCONUT CREEK FL UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My dad served 1951 to 1953 his name is Carl D. Robertson(robbie)he is very sick and lives in Boston MA.I would like info. about any reunions coming to or near boston this is something he always talks about and has always wanted to attend he is to sick to travel far. Any info.would truely be appreciated.....I have listened to his "War Stories" for 30 yrs.some very funny some not,but i could listen for a thousand more all served have my deepest respect and admiration .Korean war gone but not forgotten.... Sincerely, Daughter of Korean War Vet. Michelle Robertson Keywords: Gone But Not Forgotten

Entry: 39882 USS COWELL (DD-547)	USS COWELL DD547 1951-1952
JOHN FERGUSON wrote on January 10, 2004 CITY AND STATE: ODESSA TX UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: - Comments: I went on board the Cowell in drydock at San Pedro for re-commission in August 1951. We commuted from terminal island (Long beach) daily until the ship was commissioned on 9/21/51. We moved the ship to San Diego on oct 11 1951. We left San Diego on JAN 4, 1952 ON ROUTE Through the Panama canal to Norfolk Virginia arriving there on Jan 19. I transferred to the USS Gordius ARL36 on March 21, 1952. I think the Cowell Had orders for Korea at near that time. Keywords:

Entry: 39392 USS COWELL (DD-547)	RICHARD G. CALQUHOUN
RUSSELL CAMERON wrote on December 24, 2003 CITY AND STATE: SPOKANE WA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: I am looking for persons who served on the USS Cowell around Jan. 1965 to Dec. 1966. My wife's father is Cmdr. Richard G. Colquhoun who was the skipper of the Cowell around this time period. This is the second marriage for both of us and I never got the chance to meet Richard. He passed away in 1989. I am interested in researching his Naval histor for his grandchild. Any information is greatly appreciated. Keywords:

Entry: 26451 USS COWELL (DD-547)	COWELL INFORMATION
DENNIS HEISEY wrote on June 22, 2002 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My Step Father Edwin Harris served aboard the Cowell during the Korean war. I am not sure of the exact dates but I have several cruise books, picture album and some othe epherma that I would be happy to share with others. Feel free to contact me as I too am looking for information on the Cowell (other than what I have) and on the USS Ringness APD100 from WWII. My uncle served on the Ringness when they rescued the survivors of the Indianapolis. Keywords:

Entry: 25724 USS COWELL (DD-547)	1956 - 1958
LARRY BALL wrote on May 24, 2002 CITY AND STATE: LINCOLN NE UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: - Comments: I did not serve during Korea, but did serve on the USS Cowell from Jan or Feb 1956 to August 1958. We made to Far East cruises during that time and each time made the Formosa Patrol. Is there anyone else out there that served aboard the Cowell during that time? Keywords:

Entry: 24546 USS COWELL (DD-547)	USS COWELL DD 547 - US NAVY - KOREAN WAR PROJECT
SEONG IL PYO wrote on April 6, 2002 CITY AND STATE: SEOUL UNIT: ROK MND SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: I WANT TO GET SOME INFORMATION ABOUT THE PARTICIPATION OF US NAVY DURING THE KOREAN WAR. Keywords: CAPTAINPYO

Entry: 21128 USS COWELL (DD-547)	1952 -1954 TF 77
TED EUGENE WILBANKS wrote on December 1, 2001 CITY AND STATE: SPRING HILL FL UNIT: USS COWELL DD547 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: NAVY VETERAN - KOREA Comments: OPERATIONS:TASK FORCE 77 Keywords: 1952 -1954 USS COWELL DD547 TASK FORCE 77

Entry: 20482 USS COWELL (DD-547)	MOM RELATED TO LT. COWELL
JIM FAGAN wrote on November 10, 2001 CITY AND STATE: CLEARWATER FL UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: My mother was related to Lt. Cowell whose name was used to name the USS Cowell. Can you give me any data for her scrap book. She is 93 years old. Thanks, Best regards, Jim Fagan 14953 Newport Road Clearwater, FL 33764 Phone: 727-535-1374 Fax: 815-364-2828 Keywords: USS Cowell, DD547

Entry: 20108 USS COWELL (DD-547)	CAME OF COWELL IN 1946
RAYMOND E. DAVIS wrote on October 23, 2001 CITY AND STATE: PORT CHARLOTTE FL UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: - Comments: i was on the uss cowell in 1945 got off in 1946 my name is raymond e davis,we tow back the bon homey richard aircraft carrier. any one remember this e-mail me i would like to talk about old times. Keywords:

Entry: 18714 USS COWELL (DD-547)	USSCOWELL
BOYD CARLTON wrote on August 15, 2001 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: USSCOWELLDD547 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: I served aboard the cowell from oct.58 thru sept 60 elect.3rd class would like to hear from from anyone from that time period Keywords: USS Cowell DD547

Entry: 15915 USS COWELL (DD-547)	USSCOWELL DD547 SHIPS COMPANY
JACK SMITH wrote on April 13, 2001 CITY AND STATE: HOT SPRINGS AR UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: - Comments: looking for list of ships company fro 1956, 1957, where are shipmates William John Gineau'Garry Hawk,Carl Wayne Fosnot,and others? Keywords: uss cowell dd547 1956 - 1958

Entry: 9096 USS COWELL (DD-547)	USS COWELL
ED ARNOLD wrote on June 1, 2000 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: - Comments: I am not sure where you got your info from on the Cowell. I served aboard the Cowell from Jan 1956 until Feb 1957. She was a Fletcher Class Destroyer. Her pennant number (hull number) was DD-547. She was armed at that time with four single 5" 38's, twin 3" 50's, Five torpedo tubes and depth charge roll racks of the stern. When I went aboard she was in Vallejo (Mare Island) for complete overhaul. When we went on a speed run under the Golden Gate about April of 1956 she logged 39.9 kts. She was the fastest can in the Pacific Fleet when she did that. She was later sold to Argentina. Ed Arnold USNR ICFN PS The Cowell does have reunions on the East Coast as the ex-shipmate that organizes such reunions lives there. His name is Smalley, but I have lost any other info on him. If you respond maybe I can have more on him. The Cowell was named after a Lt Cowell who died as a result of wounds recieved aboard the old USS Essex in the war of 1812 off Valpariso. Keywords:

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