Uncle is Korean War Vet Lenawee

Comments: My uncle was ships company on the USS Lenawee during the Korean War, Seaman James C. Sigmund and was landing craft coxswain. Don't know his crafts number, but can find out. He does not have an email, if you would like to get in touch with him, I can arrange. Thanks.

Michael Cieslewicz USN 1967-1970

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Lenawee 1965/1967

Comments: I was an EN2 during her last trip to West Pac and went to San Francisco with her for decommisioning. Met and married my wife while aboard and would like to hear from Roy W. and Dave Rux.

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WESTPAC 1960

Comments: served on board from mid 1960 thru 1961. remember all those marines aboard on our westpac tour being a pain. however years later in vietnam i learned to love them real fast.looking back i grew up a lot on this fine ship.

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LOST SHIPMATE JOE HETSEL

Comments: Been looking for Dave Rux and Joe Hetsel for some years . Found Dave in Las Vegas . Would like to touch base with Joe now . was on the Lenawee for three yrs. She was a very good ship with a super crew.

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Lost shipmate Joe hatsel

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Lost shipmate Joe hatsel

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Were YOU in USS LENAWEE?

Comments: If you were in the crew of Lenawee or Marine or Army carried in Lenawee we want to hear from you. We have a Lenawee Newsletter and Reunion every few years. The next one is in Tucson, AZ in 2009. If you do not received the Lenawee Log I WANT your Name and Address info and when you were in Lenawee.

Keywords: Lenawee, Crew Member, Marine on board, APA-195

nameplate recovered

Comments: did this ship ever dock in port of stockton. aAalluminium name plate was recovered in a recent dredging project.

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served oct.1952 to march 1953

Comments: enjoyed my time on lenawee prior to being discharged.

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USS Lenawee APA 195

Comments: Worked out carpender shop, boat repair ,maintain fire pumps, run generators for beachmasters.

Keywords: Two tours Korea 1951 1953 my entire hitch was aboard the USS Lenawee,many fond memories.

Lenawee Vampires

Comments: My dad, Pat Clyde, was a Storekeeper 3rd class on the Lenawee between June of 52 and July of 53 when he was honorably discharged. He tells this story:

"I could not remember what dates I was on the ship. I only remember the ship was in dry dock and my first night aboard was miserable because the mosquitoes were so bad, I had to use my mattress cover to wrap up in to try to keep them off me. The next morning the cover was spotted with red dots of my blood making it look like it was designed that way. I don't remember much else besides sleeping in the troop sleeping compartment all by myself, being drained by small vampires. I do not remember ever going to sea on her, just trying to teach aircraft identification on a deck covered with welding and many, many repair crews making more noise than my big mouth could overcome. I finally gave it up for a lost cause."

I am trying to fill in some blanks in the official history (DANFS). If anyone would like to send stories, pictures, etc I would be honored to place them on the ship histories pages that I have on my web site.

Thank you all for your service!

Sincerely,

Shannon Clyde Former RM2/ss 1978-1982, USS LOS ANGELES, SSN-688

The Truman Year http://wwclyde.com/trumanyear

Keywords: "Pat Clyde"; Guam; Korea; Yokosuka; Japan; San Diego; Great Lakes; Storekeeper; YTB-408; USS Lenawee (APA-195); USS Estes AGC-12; USS Mount McKinnley AGC 11; USS LST-836

uss bland

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thanks pete

U.S.S. LENAWEE 1952-1954

Comments: Would like to see all the guy's once more.

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Looking for old shipmates

Comments: Greetings shipmates,I served on the Lenawee from early spring of 1954 until March of 1956 and enjoyed almost every day of it. My second day onboard we got under way to Pearl to go into dry-dock.I was scrubing out a copper kettle and when the ship hit the breakwater leaving the bay,I got sick and stayed sick all the way to Pearl.After that I was never sick again.I made a lot of friends that I would like to get in touch with so if you should remember me please write or email me. This site is where I found Mularkeys Address And now we are in touch with each other. Hope to hear from some of you, J.Boyd end3

Keywords: GOOD TIMES, BAD TIMES, BUT ALL WERE GREAT TIMES

USS LENAWEE 1952-1956

Comments: After class A enginemen school in San Diego I was assigned to the USS Lenawee and spent the better part of four years with her. The highlights were riding a typhoon out in the South China Sea, the Tachen Island evacation, two tours in Koera and a six month yard overhaul at Hawaii. My vincent motorcycle was loaded aboard and I spent many hours riding it around the island. The Worst part was the time spent hanging over the side of peter boat #23 dumping my last meal to the fish. Five foot swells and diesel exhaust did me in every time. The G I Bill helped with college and I spent 32 years as a Detroit Diesel Engineer. I fell in love wtih the old Gray Marine the first time I saw her.

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Crewmember 1951 - 1954

Comments: Joined the Lenawee in Japan about June 1951, just out of Radar School. Spent the remainder of my enlistment aboard until separated for discharge in July of 1954.

I recall that we were chronically under manned and spent months at 4 on 4 off. We also put in many hours with new ensigns on Radar watches practicing plotting, maneuvering, etc.

Keywords: Lenawee "C" Division - Radar

USS LENAWEE APA 195 1950 1954

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LENAWEE REUNION/LOG

Comments: We have 283 shipmates in the database and publish the Lenawee Log for those in the crew and families. We have our next reunion in Branson, MO in 2006. If YOU were in Lenawee and are not on the mailing list I need to hear from you. You won't know about events if we don't know about you.

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USS LENAWEE - APA 195 - 2006 REUNION

Comments: THE NEXT REUNION OF THE USS LENAWEE IS PLANNED FOR BRANSON, MISSOURI, OCTOBER 11-15, 2006. FOR DETAILS E-MAIL "PETERSJ007@HAWAII.RR.COM", OR "LEEBOLT@WORLDNET.ATT.NET", OR "LARRYJBROWN@EARTHLINK.NET" OR "ALANSTAMM@AOL.COM"

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Deck Hand 1964-65

Comments: I was a crew member onboard the U.S.S. Lenawee from 1964-65. It was an experience that I have never forgotten. Enjoyed the experience of being aboard ship, and even the several batallions of Marines.

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Tilmon Russel Blocker

Comments: Tilmon Russell Blocker I was on the ship the USS Lenawee APA-195 between the years Dec. of 1951 and July of 1955. I was initially in the third division until 1954 then tranfered to ordanance. I have a few pictures of my ship. I'll try to include them later. Feel free to contact me at: 1817 Georgia Cape Girardeau, MO 63701

Keywords: Tilmon Russell Blocker, USS Lenawee APA-195 Dec. of 1951 to July of 1955.

Thanks for the ride home!

Comments: I Returned home with the 1st Marine Division,2nd Bn 11th Marines aboard the USS Lenawee.As I recall, the Captain had popular music played on the P.A. to remind us where we were headed. I have a couple of pictures aboard ship during that trip. One is of the 3 inch gun with about 7 sailors in the pic.Another is of the 40mm with one sailor in the pic.If anyone is interested I will e-mail them. Thanks again for the ride.

GySgt John Henson USMC (RET)

Keywords: 4March 1955 Inchon.....25 March 1955 San Diego

Served Onboard 1966 1967

Comments: My first ship. Met it in Hawaii on its way to West-Pac on the 66 cruise and served on her till decommissioning. I was a Seaman Gunners Mate fresh out of "A" school. Retired from the Navy in 1985. She was a good ship and I'll never forget Typhoon Ida, it was My first time at sea and never once got sea sick again in 20 years at sea. But I was a sick puppy during that Typhoon.

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CREW MEMBER 57 - 58

Comments: I was aboard during the wreck with Wantuck. I ran the "Gyro Compass" and took care of the sound powered phones and otrher electrical problems. I was an IC first class. Good ship good times...

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CREWMEMBER 1954-1955

Comments: I was a young DK3 (pay clerk) aboard the Lenawee in 1954-55. I was aboard during the typhoon in the south china sea, also during the evacuation of the Tachen islands. We brought the 1st marine div home from Pusan. We also served as staion ship in Hong Kong harbor during chinese new year in Feb 1954. I retired from the USN in 1974.

Keywords: Served aboard Lenawee 1954-55

Bill Cayer

Comments: My dad, William "Bill" Cayer, was stationed on the USS Lenawee and drove the LCVPs, etc. I've always enjoyed learning of his experiences and was interested to know if anyone remembers him or has any pictures of the ship that I can reproduce, etc. for his birthday.

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Thanks for the ride

Comments: In May 22, 1955 I embarked aboard USS Lenawee at Inchon Korea enroute to San Diego, Calif. returning with the Ist Marine Division. Arrived San Diego June 12, 1955, slow trip but welcomed , regardless. Thanks

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Crew Member 1951/1954

Comments: Spent my entire hitch on the Lenawee a great ship and an important part of my life

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ABOARD LENAWEE 1965-1966

Comments: I WAS ON THE LENAWEE FROM 1965 TO 1966,I WAS ASIGNED TO PA-6. I REALLY MISS IT,GREAT SHIP,GREAT CREW. GOD BLESS ALL

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Comments: I was aboard the lenawee from 1965 till oct.66. I was asign to the boatgroup,and incharge of pa-6.I think I serve with one of the best boat groups aboard the lenawee.we had a great capt.who got us thur TYPHOON "TRIX" off the coast of OKINAWA JAPAN 1966. GOD BLESS THE CREW OF THE LENAWEE. SN AMERSON

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lenawee1965-66

Comments: I WAS ABOARD THE LENAWEE FROM 1965 TILL OCT.66,SERVE WITH ONE OF THE BEST BOATGROUP ON THE LENAWEE.I WAS INCHARGE OF PA-6 AND ENJOYED THE SHIP CREW.HAD A GREAT CAPT. WHO BROUTH US THUR TYPHOON "TRIX" OFF THE COAST OF OKINAWA JAPAN.GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERONE. SN AMERSON

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Dad's ship mates

Comments: My father, Johnny Jackson, served on the Lenawee during the Korean war. He passed away on September 3, 1998 but I would be happy to hear from any of his shipmates as he was fond of the time he spent aboard. Thanks!

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ON BOARD '53-'56

Comments: I was on board for Inchon, Puson, Tachen evacuation, and an illfated cruise to the artic circle. I will be happy to hear from other Lenawee sailors.

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ONBOARD 52-57

Comments: Would be happy to hear from old shipmates.

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USS Lenawee History

Comments: I am the "sometime" historian for the Lenawee reunions. Anything thing you have that can be archived will be appreciated.

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LENAWEE NEWSLETTER & REUNION INFO

Comments: THE LENAWEE HAS HELD REUNIONS IN 1991, 1994, 1997 & 2000; NEXT ONE IS SCHEDULED FOR NEW ORLEANS IN SEPT. 2003. WE HAVE 250 NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF SHIPMATES FROM ENTIRE LIFE OF SHIP -- FROM WWII TO DECOMMISSIONING. WE PUBLISH PERIODIC NEWSLETTERS AND UPDATED ROSTERS. FOR MORE INFO, PLEASE E-MAIL NEWSLETTER EDITOR, JOHN PETERS, AT E-MAIL ADDRESS GIVEN ABOVE, OR CONTACT ALAN STAMM (WHO SERVED FROM 7/52 TO 7/54) AT ADDRESSES GIVEN ABOVE).

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USS Lenawee location

Comments: With few exceptions,a Great bunch of guys.

Keywords: A.J. Desalvo, D.F. Jones, R.F.(frank) Henderson, 1st. Lt. Hale (Tulsa,OK.)

Grandfather-in-law John H. Caldwell 1951-1955

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USS Lenawee

Comments: My father served aboard the USS Lenawee APA-195 from 1944 until the end of WW2. His name was Dutch Birdwell. Are there any of his shipmates out there? I served in the US Army from 1950 til 1953.

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Lenawee collision 8-25-57

Comments: I was a Marine private, just a few months out of basic training and we were being transported to Okinawa on the night of the Lenawee's collision with the USS Wantuck. The Lenawee went on to Pearl Harbor for repairs. We got a few days liberty there and went on to Okinawa. I have some pictures of the damage to the bow somewhere in my collection. If some one really wants a copy, I'll try to dig them out.

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Bill. J. Logsdon MM2 1952-1956

Comments: My father,Bill Joe Logsdon,was in the Navy from 1952-1956. I have limited information regarding my father's military service. I know he served on the USS Magoffin(APA-199)1953 and the USS Lenawee(APA-195)1956. I also have a class picture of Machinists Mates School"A" Class-2219 B dated 26 February 1954, Great Lakes, Ill. I am looking for any information or ship mates of my father.

Keywords: USS Magoffin,USS Lenawee,Bruce Finley-friend, Machinist Mates School Class"A" Class-2219 B 26February 1954 Great Lakes, Ill.

1953-1954

Comments: Member of Shipboard Country/Western Band (Contrived by 1st. Lt. Hale of tulsa OK.)

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Crewmember 1952-1954

Comments: Would like to hear from any old ship mates, feel free to call or write! I recognize Clyde from the picture on his web site. I can remember a number of interesting incidences and would love to swap stories, such as the typhoon in the south china sea coming from Hong Kong back to Korea!

George Carlin

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UNIFORMS OF NAVY IN 40'S & 50'S

Comments: I am a woodcarver and made carving of men dressed in uniforms from the revolutiionary war on up through world war II...I am really looking for patterns of uniforms for figures about ten inches tall...I've hit a snag in finding good pictures of navy uniforms of the 40's or 50's. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks, M. Rabb

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Looking for info.

Comments: I am looking for a picture of the USS Lenawee, also looking for info on a "Torky" Torkalson from Milwaukee WI. He served on the Lenawee with my friend Robert "swede" Carlson in 1956. He also told me about a collision at sea that year too, any info would be really appreciated.

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Information

Comments: I would like to communicate with any of the above or with others who served on the Lenawee during the same time frame.

Keywords: I served aboard the Lenawee from September 1950 through September 1951. I was a Hospital Corpsman, and shipmates (in Sick Bay)were: Chief Gibbs; Dr. Siegleman; David Burke; Dr. Gaffney

Dad served on ship

Comments: Greetings my father served on this ship in the late 50's. His name was James K.Davis he passed march 25 1994.He was very fond of his time spent in the navy.I was currious to see what was the history and fate of one of his ships.

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