Bobby Taylor USS Rochester

Comments: My dad served on the USS Rochester during the Korean War. I am interested in anything I can get on him and any pictures available.

Keywords: Bobby Glen Taylor USS Rochester Korea 1049 1052

U.S.S. Rochester Photo

Comments: I have been researching my father's time as a merchant seaman during the Korean and Vietnam wars. I came across this photo he took of the U.S.S. Rochester taken sometime in 1951-52. I believe it is located either off Inchon or Pusan as there are hills slightly visible in the background as well as her secondary armament is raised. She appears to be either hauling or dropping anchor as it is partially covering her number. A slight wake is also visible. The other ships appear to be static.

I will e-mail a copy of this photo to whomever requests it. I would be happy to hear from anyone who has further information or can better identify this deployment.

Keywords: U.S.S. Rochester photo taken during the Korean War

Looking for anyone that served with my grandpa. Donald Lee Henderson. early 50s to 1956

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Keywords: He served on the USS Rochester departed from San Diego in early 50s. I don't have all of the specific dates. He would have served until around 1957.

Looking For Anyone that Knew John R. Hall

Comments: I was wondering if anyone knew my Father, his name was ( John Russell Hall ) he was from Springfield TN ? I would like to know if anyone remembered him ? I have a picture of him made June 1952, with alot of other navy guys ( In a group picture ) it was US Navy Training Center, San Diego California, June 24 1952.

Keywords: June 24, 1952 Co. Comor ( wrsproles TMTC )Us Navy Training Center ... San Diego, California...( WR Sproles ) He was on the USS Rochester CA-124

Looking for anyone that knew Richard Cortez

Comments: Does anyone that served on the Rochester remember Richard Cortez who was on board 1951 to 1953? I think he was a Mount Capt. on a 5" 38 Gun. He is still alive and just looking for old Shipmats to say hello again to. I will forward any e-mail to him as he doesn't have a computer. Thanks to all, Claude

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Comments: my daddy was on the uss rochester from 1950- 1953 he was a hm3 his name james a hadsall we got alot of photo with out names but got a few with the name thigpin or ellis on the back of them any one know my pops

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shipmates of Jack Torrens

Comments: Looking for veterans who served with Jack Torrens in 1950-51 on Rochester

Keywords: Jack D. Torrens/USS Rochester CA-124

looking for my grandfather mm3 charles

Comments: just a shot in the dark but looking for the greatest shipmate of all, my grandfather. thank you to anyone who can provide any information.

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Looking for Shipmates

Comments: Remembering the good times

Keywords: Looking for shipmates on USS Rochester CA124 1954-1955, USS Toledo CA133 1955-1956

Wanted A color Photo Of the USS Rochester CA 124

Comments: I would like a Photo Of the USS Rochester CA124 For my own personal use to hang on my wall because I love battleships espically one of Rochester where I live Thank you to any one that could be of assistance

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uss rochester ca 124...richard w. dunkel

Comments: found: photo of uss rochester ca 124 with bottom heading reading richard w. dunkel, and color band...also names of places apparently ship was.. would like more info regarding date of photo and who dunkel was... anything else of value...

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ussrochester [ca-124]

Comments: Would like to hear from anyone.

Keywords: Nick name [CLIFF] USS Rochester 1/47 to 9/51 Med cruse,Reserve cruses, Panama canal, West coast. Korea LT.Camd. Allsopp Eng. Officer

Looking for C.E. Meyers 1951

Comments: Hello all I am looking for a C.E. Meyers who served on the USS Rochester in 1951. He would have been at the San Diego Armed Services YMCA and recorded a 78rpm album and sent it back to a relative in Alton Illinois in Aug of 1951. I have found the recorded songs and the envelope in which it was sent home. I am sure that they would like to have this back if at all possible. And I would like a little history on this if possible.

Thanx

Keywords: USS Rchester, Korean war, Meyers, San Diego, Musician

Looking for Robert F. Bowen

Comments: Looking for Robert F. Bowen, who served on USS Rochester 52-55. Last known address was 40388 Charlotte Avenue, Buena Park, Ca. Wife named Paula.

Keywords: USS ROCHESTER CA 124

daddys girl

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Keywords: looking for information on my dad or any one who knew him or any kind of pictures donald j case march 1st 1948 until june 15th 1948

William B. Holman

Comments: does anyone know my grandpa william b.holman he served on the uss rochester and was a petty officer.

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Cruise Book 1954

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Craig Kingsbury

Comments: My Father-in-law, Craig Kingsbury, served aboard the Rochester on both Korea cruises. He attended several reunions in the 1990s. Craig went west in March of 2003. His nickname aboard was "Tiny", since he was one of the tallest members of the crew. He was (I believe) a Fireman 2nd class. If anyone knew him, I would appreciate hearing any stories or remembrances to pass on to his widow and daughters.

Charles Walker

Keywords: Craig "Tiny" Kingsbury

USS Rochester CA 124

Comments: My Veteran Friend, Charlie Gentry was a Third Class Gunners Mate during the Korean War. His USS Rochester CA 124 ships book was lost. If anyone has a copy of the book that has his name, I would appreciate hearing from you.

Thank you, Etheleen Sehen Dobson, NC

Keywords: USS Rochester CA 124, USS Providence, Destroyer William C. Long

USS Rochester CA 124

Comments: My Veteran Friend Charlie Gentry was in the Navy from April 4, 1948- April 4, 1962. He is looking for the ships book from the USS Rochester. His ships book was lost. If anyone has a book that has his name in it, I would appreciate hearing from you and will be happy to cover any costs to get a copy or purchase the book.

Thank you. (Cleva) Etheleen Sehen Dobson, NC

Keywords: USS Rochester CA124, USS Providence, Destroyer William C. Long

4 Div. 1959--61

Comments: served in the 4th divison deck force. Was in Gun MT.51 (5inch) GM3 Jones was gun captain. We went to westpac in spring of 6o. Helicopter crashed on the aft deck.States Burney BM3, States BM2, and Boxer BM1 were the Boatswains.

Keywords: Kenneth Shoop SN -4th Div. --1959 --6

fox division

Comments: I WAS ABOARD FROM 11/54 TO 10/58. ANYONE FROM FOX DIVISION DURING THAT TIME PLEASE CONTACT ME.

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personal

Comments: i was aboard from 1952 to 1956. i was in the oi div. at the time the co was captain john quinn. i met him again in 1961 and he was the chief of naval missions in chile. he was then a vice admiral.

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Richard Miller (Lucky Miller)

Comments: Looking for any one who remembers Richard K.Miller, better known as Lucky Miller. He served on the Rochester from 12/31/1949 to 3/27/1954 then on the USS Toledo until 8/2/1954. I have a photo of him taken with Lee Edwards on 11/2/1951 (does anyone know where this ship was on that date?).Richard passed away in 1976 in Spokane, Wasington. Richard was my Uncle and I never got to know him, would like to know more about him and what he did in the Navy.Thank you, Terryl Funkhouser

Keywords: USS ROCHESTER (CA-124), USS Toledo (CA-133)

4th division 1952-56

Comments: My nickname was "Little Kemp", my older brother served with me his name was Wade Kemp, I was GM2 on 5in 38 dual purpose gun mount 3.

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4 Divison

Comments: Anyone in 4 th Divison, the Boatswain were BM3 Burney, BM2 Statts, and BM1 was Boxer. 1959 --61

Went to westpac during the 1960 cruise. Had a helicopter crash on the aft deck.

Keywords: Mount 51 --5inch -- Jones GM3 was gun Mt. captain during my time from 1959 --61

Bill Brady

Comments: I am Bill Brady's son-in-law and am inquiring on behalf of his wife, Lois, as to anyone who may have remembered him. Unfortunately, he passed away in 1983, but is survived by his wife, Lois, daughters Karen and Beth, and son Rick. He spoke little of his military experience so any information would be appreciated by his family. Thank you for your consideration.

Keywords: Served as storekeeper on the USS Rochester during major explosion and damage to the vessel during the Korean War (1950-52).

Bill Brady

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ComNavFe

Comments: I would like to hear from anyone who was in Yokosuka @ ComNavFe in 1952-53 or on the USS Rochester CA124 in 1954-55. Also anyone on the USS Toledo CA 133 in 1956 or the USS G.M. Randall Tap-115 in 1959-61.

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E-mail update

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58 - 61

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Looking for friends of dad - Harry Weimar

Comments: Looking for people who knew my dad Harry Weimar (from Philadelphia, PA) on the U.S.S. Rochester, around 1950-1953... would love to surprise him... please email me if you knew him.

Keywords: U.S.S. Rochester; Harry Weimar

Korean : '50-'52

Comments: I was aboard the "Roachcatcher" from 3/'50-8/52. During that time I was Mt. Capt of mt. 40-6, 6th Division. I remember the tour through the Pacific Trust Territory with Adm. Radford, all those neat little islands, liberty in Cavite, The peoples bar just outside the Sangley Point gate, and Bills bar, owned by a retired Norwegian sea capt. And does anyone remember the "Binnie-Boys"?...etc. etc.

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Lt. Victor F. Williamson (Korean War)

Comments: Hi, my father Lt. Victor F. Williamson served on the Rochester. He passed away in July of 1990 & is buried at Barrancas Military Cemetery at Pensacola Naval Air Station.

I'm looking for any info/stories from anyone that knew & served with him. I also have some ship & crew pictures I'd be happy to scan and share with anyone. Maybe you can help tell the story of some of these pics. Thanks for this great website.

David Williamson

Keywords: USS Rochester Korean War artillery

Looking for anyone who knew my dad

Comments: Hi: I am looking for anyone who knew or knew of my dad, Chancey Vogt, of Bemidji, MN. I have a photo of him and three other men being congratulated by Rear Admiral James H. Doyle at a ceremony onboard the USS Rochester on Sept., 22, 1950. He received a silver star that day for service as coxwain on LCVP during the Inchon Invasion. my dad passed away in 1985, and he never really talked about his experiences in Korea and the Navy. I would like to know more about that part of my dad's life. Lethia Morgan, Cass Lake, MN

Keywords: Coxwain, Inchon, LCVP, USS Rochester, Sept. 22, 1950

Brothers Love of the Rochester

Comments: My brother Melvin Leon Grubbs was aboard the Rochester prior to and during the Korean War. He was aboard during the Quemoy (?) insurrection. He of course was my hero and I've been lucky enough to learn so much from him. Unfortunantly, Melvin's life was taken July 18, 1953. He was a true sailor dedicated to his ship and may have been a little foolish now and then to get the opportunity to serve in the front compartment. I am anxious to hear from any of his shipmates. I do have quite an array of USS Rochester Memories, and would feel blessed to hear from anyone who served with Melvin. I am a career Army retiree, having served 30 years, and would have been a Navy veteran, if the Navy recuriter had not been out to lunch, during my visit to the Muncie, Indiana Post Office. God Bless you all, and thank you for your service to this great country of ours.

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Band for USS Rochester During Korea

Comments: My Dad William Joseph Olinger was on board USS Rochester during Korea. He was in the Color Guard and also played and sang in the ship's band. I would like to find out if there are any recordings of his performances.

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N- Division

Comments: Looking for Shipmates from the Dec. 1947 to June 1949 time period.I was in the 1st Div. on the Med.Cruise of 1948 and in N-Div. during Reserve Cruises. Would like to here from you. Bob Heacox

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1958 to1960

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James Albert Hadsall

Comments: James Albert Hadsall Passed away on 20 Nov 01 If anyone has any pictures of Him Please send them to me. He is my Grandfather and I never really knew him so if you have ANY information on him Please contact me and let me know. Thanks you ~Mitzie Hadsall~

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Comments: USS ROCHESTER CA124 USS QUEENFISH SS393

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say hello to old E div. shipmates

Comments: Events of eleven september made me think of war days aboard the ROCK. T division dropping the stub mast so we could clear the Carquiniz (SP) bridge. The Captain ordering us all to donate blood in SF. I refused. Great times ashore and afloat with great shipmates. If any one has heard from Palowski, Pruyn, Kovel, please let me know. Saw Don lightner and Chief warrant Sandifer on the roll of the Dead. Good Men. Lightner was a great kid from Whittier,ca. All 50 years ago.

Keywords: John Pruyn, Kovel, Roman Palowski, Hutch Hutchinson, the Jung brothers: " Radio 2 aye "

Remembering The Good Days

Comments: Would like to hear from Shipmates from 1952-61

Keywords: San Diego Naval Training Center, ComNavFe Yokosuka, Japan, USS Rochester CA 124, USS Toledo CA 133, USS Gen. G.M. Randall TAP 115

looking for shipmates Rdiv 3rddiv

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Looking for Duane Thorne Hu1 on the Rochester 1952

Comments: Trying to find out what happend when he went in to N. Korea and what the circumstances were. Anyone out there knowing anything about Duane or this incident it would be greatly appreciated.

Keywords: Assigned to the USS Rochester CA-124 from Hu1 during 1952, taken captive by N.Koreans and released at the end of the war

Russian Ship and HMS Jamaica

Comments: Is there any one out there that seen the St. paul bring in a russian mine laying ship with its crew into Japan . This was during the Korean war , and early in the war. The St Paul had put a 6 1n right through the bow, they passed right by us on the dock.

I am very interested in obtaining information on the British Cruiser HMS Jamaica. When she was in the Inchon invasion Sept.1950. She shot down a north Korean plane that had bombed the U.S.S.Rochester I would like very much to get her report on this incident. Earl F.Lanning 1950 -53 . U.S.S.Rochester earl8400@aol.com

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remember me ?

Comments: I haved talked with a lot of my old R div. pals but would like to hear from some of 3rd div .I did talk with Joe Galvao .Best wishes to you all , Im 68 and live and well Earl F. Lanning

Keywords: From Inchon to Hungnam served from july 1950 to sept. 53. received the Navy Commendation for fireing at enemy planes on Sept.17, 1950 In Inchon harbor during the inv.

my father

Comments: my dad James Albert Hadsall was on the ship in 51-52 and my daughter is also in navy we are looking for any info or pictures of the guys on ship. oh yea my dad is still alive i would love to hear from anyone who might of known him...god bless terri daughter of james (((jim)))))

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Glad you are there

Comments: I still drag out the only Scrapbook I have of "The Rock", (CA 124), having served on her from early "52 to late '56. I am curious about the other references to a CA 148. It looks like shipmate Keller (above) and I must have been on the same line handling crew when she returned to Long Beach from her winter 51/52 cruise. I still have the newspaper article and picture on that. I would also like to get some more pictures of her. Paul Dauphinais PN1(Ret)

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1925

Comments: My grandfather was on the ship around 1925. I have his certificate from when they crossed the equator and headed to the Panama Canal. How can I find out more about his history and who's signatures are on the certificate?

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A. A. Norris

Comments: I am looking for any information about my father, A. A. Norris, who was a sailor on the USS Rochester during the Korean War. He passed away a few years ago and I just found a book that he had packed away entitled "USS Rochester Operation Korea 1950-51". he never really talked much about his service, I do know he was involved in a large battle on Christmas day. If anyone has any old stories or pictures I would love to hear from you . Thanks.

Greg Norris

Keywords: Operation Korea 1950-51, USS Rochester

Location

Comments: I WAS A BM3 AND WAS IN CHARGE OF THE HANGER DECK WHERE THE SHIPS BOATS WAS SECURED. I AM LOOKING FOR ANY INFORMATION THAT WOULD HELP ME TO LOCATED J.L. PLUMMER BMC AND DIVISON OFFICER ESN. G.K. FRASER. THIS WAS THE 3RD DIVISION ON THE U.S.S. ROCHESTER CA-124.PLESAE SEND INFO TO E-MAIL JLCKBC@AOL.COM

Keywords: U.S.S. ROCHERSTER CA-124 KOREA 1953-54

Flagship7th fleet

Comments: Served aboard from Jan. 50 to May 52. Easy Div. Would like reunion information.

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R Div '49-'52

Comments: Any shipmates from Rochester (CA-124), 1949-1952 please correspond. I'm interested in reunion dates and locations.

Keywords: Inchon,Pusan,East & West coast support dutys of task force 77 under VADM. Struble.

N Divison 52-56

Comments: I understand that you are collecting names and divisons of people on the USS ROCHESTER CA-124.

I was on board FEB '52 till SEPT "55. I was in the navigation div " N-div."

y name is S. EDWARD KELLER, QM3. I LIVE IN ORANGE CA.

For the next 10 days i will be with GALE REED in FL. who made the request to gather as many names together for the "N" div.. please add mine.

THANK YOU

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Thomas Merritt

Comments: I am looking for any information someone might have on my dad. I would also like to know specifics on the "Air Medal - United States" he received other than what the books are saying. It is a royal blue ribbon with a gold orange broad stripe on each side and a narrow stripe on the ends of the same blue. The medal is a 16 point sun burst with a circle protruding out. Overlaying the circle is an eagle in flight with lightning bolts in its tallons. My dad was a mechanic on the choppers as well as other flight craft. I have been told that in the Vietnam War that the mechanics were often the door gunners. If that is true for the Korean War that would explain his reluctance to speak about it.

Keywords: Served on the USS Rochester in the very early 50's

ship'screw

Comments: USS ROCHESTER CA 124

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Looking for crew

Comments: WAS LOOKING FOR SHIPMATES FROM THE U.S.S. ROCHESTER CA-124 DURING THE KOREAN WAR ERA. SAW SOME INTERESTING LETTERS AND COMMENTS. THANKS FOR EFFORT YOU ARE PUTTING OUT TO HELP OLD BUDDIES GET TOGETHER.

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BEGINING TO 1952

Comments: IN KOREA I SERVED ON USS ROCHESTER CA 148 FROM THE BEGINING TO 1952.I HAVE THREE BATTLE STARS;PUSAN,INCHON AND HUNGNAM.

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