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| Current Message 1 - March 11, 2006 |
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Entry: 56177
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
Before she was the Polaris, she was the Donald McKay |
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Rosemarie Bowman wrote on 2006-03-11 10:58:41.0
Comments: Does this count? My parents and I sailed from Copenhagen to Boston in the fall of 1939 on the Donald McKay before she was commissioned the USS Polaris AF-
Keywords: Donald McKay
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| Current Message 2 - January 23, 2006 |
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Entry: 55339
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
USS POLARIS AF11 REUNION FOR 2006 |
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Bill Scott wrote on 2006-01-23 10:02:33.0
Comments: The USS POLARIS AF11 reunion for 2006 is set from May 8 through May 11, 2006 at Circus-Circus in Las Vegas, NV. The banquet is set for Tuesday Night, May 9, 2006 at Circus-Cirus. For details contact Bill Scott by e-mail.
Keywords: USS POLARIS AF11
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| Current Message 3 - November 21, 2005 |
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Entry: 54210
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
P.S. to the last entry |
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David Lowes wrote on 2005-11-21 16:41:15.0
Comments: Corrections and additions to my previous entry. My dad was an ensign at the time. I have a copy of his orders from the Polaris (AF-11) dated 18 June 1945 along with photographs: Looking over edge of the USS Polaris at the PBY, A boat rescuing survivors, The survivors on the deck of the USS Polaris, And a photo of the USS Polaris signed by the survivors.
Keywords: Seaplane rescue by the USS Polaris
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| Current Message 4 - November 21, 2005 |
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Entry: 54207
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
Seaplane rescue by the USS Polaris |
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David Lowes wrote on 2005-11-21 16:16:33.0
Comments: My father, Lt jg Leonard W. Lowes, was on a PBY seaplane enroute from Okinawa to Hawaii to join the planning session for the invasion of mainland Japan when the plane developed mechanical problems and went down. Later in the day the USS Polaris, while running evasive tactics spotted the downed aircraft and, at great risk to themselves, rescued the 29 men on board the PBY. First of all as an aviator and a son, thank you! Also while on the Polaris my dad was introduced to another sailor from Cape Girardeau, MO. Dad couldn't remember the sailors name, only that his family owned the Buckner-Ragsdale clothing store in Cape. I would like to hear from anyone who has information on this event or the young sailor from Cape. Thank you again, and if you are ever in the area, please contact me and I will tell my dad. Cape Girardeau is located on the Mississippi River about half way between St Louis MO and Menphis TN.
Keywords: USS Polaris rescue of a downed PBY seaplane
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| Current Message 5 - May 19, 2005 |
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Entry: 50966
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
Looking for Asbestos Exposure Info |
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Bob Webb wrote on 2005-05-19 11:00:19.0
Comments: Ed Weaver served as a boiler tender on the Polaris from May 1952 - January 1956. Unfortunately, Ed died of mesothelioma, an asbestos-related cancer, in August of 2003. We represent Ed's widow and children, and we're trying to locate any of Ed's shipmates who might have information regarding boilers or any other equipment or asbestos-containing products to which Ed was exposed while onboard the Polaris. If you have information, or know someone who might, please call me at 1-800-981-4001, ext. 175, or email me at rwebb@levinslaw.com. Thanks!
Keywords: USS Polaris, Ed Weaver
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| Current Message 6 - May 18, 2005 |
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Entry: 50937
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
USS POLARIS 1943 - 1945 |
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Bill Green wrote on 2005-05-18 00:09:10.0
Comments: To Tor Welch: I am the coxswain that removed the replacement pilots from the plane. I have an original copy of the Polaris ships newspaper thatis the true story of the rescue event, and a copy of the Polaris with the autografts of the pilots. I will send you a copy if you would like to have them.
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| Current Message 7 - May 18, 2005 |
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Entry: 50936
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
USS POLARIS 1943 - 1945 |
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Bill Green wrote on 2005-05-18 00:09:10.0
Comments: To Tor Welch: I am the coxswain that removed the replacement pilots from the plane. I have an original copy of the Polaris ships newspaper thatis the true story of the rescue event, and a copy of the Polaris with the autografts of the pilots. I will send you a copy if you would like to have them.
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| Current Message 8 - May 1, 2005 |
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Entry: 50552
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
U.S.S. Polaris AF11 |
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James A. Mayton wrote on 2005-05-01 14:10:51.0
Comments: I was on the Polairs a short time while she was in wet dock at Mare Island...Feb. 1950 to May 1950 I was the ships clerk a PN3.
Keywords: Ships Clerk
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| Current Message 9 - May 1, 2005 |
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Entry: 50551
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
U.S.S. Polaris AF11 |
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James A. Mayton wrote on 2005-05-01 14:08:47.0
Comments: I was on the Polairs a short time while she was in wet dock at Mare Island...Feb. 1950 to May 1950 I was the ships clerk a PN3.
Keywords: Ships Clerk
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| Current Message 10 - February 5, 2005 |
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Entry: 48710
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
USS Polaris AF11 Reunion for 2005 |
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C. W. (Bill) Scott wrote on 2005-02-05 10:08:13.0
Comments: The 2005 USS Polaris AF11 Reunion will be Tuesday, May 31, Wednesday June 1 and Thursday June 2, 2005, at the Embassy Suites Hotel in New Orleans, Lousiana. The banquet will be Tuesday Night May 31, 2005. For more details contact C. W. "Bill" Scott at 205-338-7841 or email at bamafan57@juno.com
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| Current Message 11 - August 4, 2004 |
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Entry: 44995
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
U.S.S. Polaris AF 11 |
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DAN M. Tucker wrote on 2004-08-04 14:35:56.0
Comments: U.S.Navy Retired
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| Current Message 12 - July 16, 2004 |
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Entry: 44541
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
web address for USS POLARIS AF11 |
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CLARENCE W. (BILL) Scott wrote on 2004-07-16 14:57:40.0
Comments: The USS POLARIS AF11 web address is: http://usspolarisaf11.us/
Keywords: USS POLARIS AF11
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| Current Message 13 - July 16, 2004 |
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Entry: 44540
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
web address for USS POLARIS AF11 |
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CLARENCE W. (BILL) Scott wrote on 2004-07-16 14:53:57.0
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| Current Message 14 - May 12, 2004 |
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Entry: 42996
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
Seeking Shipmates from WWII |
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Anthony (Sparky) Oberholz wrote on 2004-05-12 16:47:55.0
Comments: Served aboard her from Sep '42 to sometime in '43 on the Greenland/Iceland convoy route. Was Electrican Mate 3rd class. Looking for any shipmates. Thank you
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| Current Message 15 - February 1, 2004 |
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Entry: 40486
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
USS POLARIS AF11 2004 REUNION |
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Clarence W. (Bill) Scott wrote on 2004-02-01 22:27:41.0
Comments: There will be a USS POLARIS AF11 reunion in Branson, Mo. April 13, 14 and 15, 2004. For information call Clarence W. "Bill" Scott at 205-338-7841.
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| Current Message 16 - December 17, 2003 |
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Entry: 39231
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
new email address |
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francis klote wrote on 2003-12-17 15:21:10.0
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| Current Message 17 - September 23, 2003 |
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Entry: 37099
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
Looking for USS Polaris Af11 Crewmates |
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Bret S. Mulholland wrote on 2003-09-23 01:01:49.0
Comments: My father served on board the USS Polaris from 1954 to October 1956. He is desperately looking for any crew members who would have served with him during that time. Please help me find my fathers crewmates. Thankyou and God Bless...
Keywords: Looking for shipmates during the years from 1954 to October 1956 for my father Raymond C. Mulholland
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| Current Message 18 - August 1, 2003 |
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Entry: 35984
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
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CLARENCE W. (BILL) Scott wrote on 2003-08-01 13:19:26.0
Comments: Linda Garner: I e-mailed you and it was returned. We have a reunion planed for 2004. Visit the POLARIS WEB SITE at http://www.usspolarisaf11.org/ and contact me at bamafan57@juno.com. We would like to have your father join our group. I was aboard the Polaris 9/1951 to 9/1954 and an engineman. Bill Scott
Keywords: USS POLARIS AF11
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| Current Message 19 - August 1, 2003 |
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Entry: 35983
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
Johhnny C. Garner & Linda Garner |
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CLARENCE W. (BILL) Scott wrote on 2003-08-01 13:13:44.0
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| Current Message 20 - July 24, 2003 |
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Entry: 35723
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
Reunion 2003 or 2004 |
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Linda Garner wrote on 2003-07-24 18:56:16.0
Comments: My father, Johnny C. Garner, was in the Navy from June 1, 1949 to March, 1953. He served on the USS Polaris as Fireman and Metalsmith. I only know this from notations in an old family bible. I would like to be able to suprise him with information about his shipmates and an opportunity to attend a reunion. I appreciate any information you can provide me.
Sincerest Thanks Linda Garner Sailor's Daughter
Keywords: Sailor's Daughter
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| Current Message 21 - July 6, 2003 |
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Entry: 35303
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
Rodney E. Davis |
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Clarence W. (Bill) Scott wrote on 2003-07-06 13:57:23.0
Comments: Rodney E. Davis, please contact me. I would like to get you and your brother registered in the Polaris Reunion Group. My e-mail address is: bamafan57@juno.com. My telephone number is 205-338-7841. Bill Scott, USS POLARIS AF11, EN2 1951-1954
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| Current Message 22 - July 6, 2003 |
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Entry: 35302
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
Rodney E. Davis |
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CLARENCE W. (BILL) Scott wrote on 2003-07-06 13:52:55.0
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| Current Message 23 - June 23, 2003 |
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Entry: 35063
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
New e-mail address |
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Lee Nunez wrote on 2003-06-23 17:50:36.0
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| Current Message 24 - May 10, 2003 |
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Entry: 34103
USS Polaris (AF-11) |
MY TWIN BROTHER AND I WERE ABOARD HER, FROM JUNE 1952 THROUGH JUNE 1953. WE MADE THE PORTS OF YOKOS |
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RODNEY E. Davis wrote on 2003-05-10 18:39:13.0
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Ship listing
On Tue, 26 Oct 1999
AARON KAZAN Email address wrote:
From early 1951 through the end of the conflict. Being a supply ship it
was not rotated as were the destroyers, cruisers, carriers, - they
were on a 6 month rotation. The ship participated in 5 of the 6 major
battles.
I just returned from our reunion in Las Vegas - I informed the group of
your web site.
AARON KAZAN
190 MORTON AVE.
MILLVILLE, NEW JERSEY 08332
609-451-4019
USS POLARIS AF-11
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