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Entry: 81690 USS ROOKS (DD-804)	AIRMAN RESCUE
T.E. MOORE wrote on January 10, 2012 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: OTHER Comments: On Dec.6,1952, a F4U-4 aircraft Bu.No.81831 of Squadron VF-874 off of the aircraft carrier USS Oriskany-CVA-34, was hit by enemy AAA fire, and ditched in Hungnam Harbor. The pilot,Lt.William P. Hughes,USN, was rescued by the USS Rooks-DD-804. WELL DONE,USS Rooks-DD-804. Keywords: F4U-4-VF-874-USS Oriskany-CVA-34-Hungnam Harbor-

Entry: 73670 USS ROOKS (DD-804)	JAY MILLIKEN NEW USS ROOKS SITE
JAY MILLIKEN wrote on February 22, 2010 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: NAVY VETERAN Comments: Just updated site would like more stories for site or pictures Keywords: www.ussrooks.us , ussrooks

Entry: 71875 USS ROOKS (DD-804)	ANYONE REMEMBER MY DAD?
SANDRA PALAIS-SHANNON wrote on October 7, 2009 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My father, Norman "Norm" Palais was on the USS Rooks from 1951-53. He passed away in 1989. I heard stories for years and I saw a million pictures he had taken and he always said, "That was when you joined the Navy and really saw the world". The only place he never got to that he truly wanted to see was New Zealand. We were supposed to go for my college graduation and he passed away suddenly of a heart attack a year before. Every picture I have seen of him during those years he is smiling and looks happy. If anyone remembers him or could share some stories with me, please contact me here. Thanks! Keywords:

Entry: 68682 USS ROOKS (DD-804)	ANYONE REMEMBER MY FATHER - ROBERT MUSE?
ROBERT MUSE JR. wrote on January 15, 2009 CITY AND STATE: FLORENCE AL UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My father, Robert Lee Muse, was a Fireman on the Rooks from 52-54 I believe. Also as I understand it, a Gunner when needed. He spoke fondly of all his crew mates and if anyone knew him, or has any photos they could email or send with him, I know my mother would appreciate it. Trying to get all info I can for her. My dad passed away at age 76 of Congestive Heart Failure in December of 2002. He was a Fireman for the City of Florence, AL for 30 years as well as a Tile mason and an avid fisherman here on the Tennessee River in North Alabama...He did say that after serving in Korea, he never would eat any seafood after that. Thanks Robert Muse Jr. Keywords:

Entry: 64642 USS ROOKS (DD-804)	ROOKS PAGE UPDATE
JAY MILLIKEN wrote on March 7, 2008 CITY AND STATE: KEENE NH UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Please visit and let me know if you see anyone I don't have a name for Keywords: www.ussrooks.us

Entry: 55259 USS ROOKS (DD-804)	LOOKING FOR EULOGY COMMENTS FOR CDR BLACK
JERRY ADAMS wrote on January 19, 2006 CITY AND STATE: VA UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Thanks to all who contribute here. Thanks for your naval service. I am seeking comments from former shipmates of CDR Rogers Black, former Commanding Officer, who passed on to eternal sea duty on 11 January 2006. I hope to use your comments in a eulogy on February 2. If you wish to attend the funeral on 2 Feb, let me know. He will be buried at Arlington National Cemetery on March 13. Thanks again and God bless you. Jerry Adams, MM3 and LT USN. Keywords: CDR Black, Commanding Officer, USS Rooks, Korean War

Entry: 40671 USS ROOKS (DD-804)	LOOKING FOR STORIES AND PICTURES
BOB MILLIKEN wrote on February 7, 2004 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Hi updating my web page about the Rooks need stories or pictures Keywords:

Entry: 38637 USS ROOKS (DD-804)	HELLO SHIPMATES !
BILL ASTON wrote on November 23, 2003 CITY AND STATE: FT. LAUDERDALE FL UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: NAVY VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I was a newly commissioned ensign and served as ASW officer and Navigator during 1951-53. Skipper was Commander Carl Dwyer, LCDR John Riebow was XO. I later went to Navy Flight Training and served in USN until 1978 when I retired to Florida as a captain. Great Days when we all we young! Keywords: Recommissioning and Korean Round the WOrld Cruise

Entry: 36569 USS ROOKS (DD-804)	DID YOU KNOW MY DAD?
CHRIS NICHOLS wrote on August 29, 2003 CITY AND STATE: PROSPECT CT UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: Did you know my Dad? He served aboard the Rooks during the Korean War. He was a Damage Controlman (DC2) - Roy Nichols from Naugatuck, CT. Keywords:

Entry: 30564 USS ROOKS (DD-804)	SONARMAN ON ROOKS
RALPH MORGAN wrote on December 21, 2002 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: DD 804 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: NAVY VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Was a 1st Class Sonarman on Rooks during her tour in Korea and world cruise. Keywords:

Entry: 29472 USS ROOKS (DD-804)	DAVID REYNOLDS USS ROOKS DD804
MARK REYNOLDS wrote on November 11, 2002 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: INTERESTED PERSON Comments: Just curious to see if anyone remembers my dad, David Reynolds. He was on the USS ROOKS DD804 in 1951 and 1952. Please email me if you knew him. Thanks! Keywords:

Entry: 29453 USS ROOKS (DD-804)	SEARCH FOR JIM PARTIN
CHARLES (CHUCK) COBB wrote on November 11, 2002 CITY AND STATE: MORGANTON NC UNIT: USS ROOKS DD804 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: NAVY VETERAN - KOREA Comments: My search for Jim Partin, former shipmate aboard the Rooks has been successful.For others who might be wondering about Jim,he and his wife are living in Liberty, Missouri. Would welcome emails from others who served aboard the Rooks during our tour of Korea,and subsequent world cruise. Keywords:

Entry: 28243 USS ROOKS (DD-804)	MY DAD AND THE USS ROOKS DD804
JENIFER WATSON wrote on September 13, 2002 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: I was hoping someone may remember my father Thomas Ward Watson. I am unsure as of exactly what year(s) he served on the ship. I know he was in the navy from May of 1958 to approx 1963. Can anyone give me any info???? Thanks for your help Jen Watson Keywords:

Entry: 28130 USS ROOKS (DD-804)	SEARCHING FOR FRIENDS
CHRISTOPHER MALANDRINO wrote on September 8, 2002 CITY AND STATE: MILLER PLACE NY UNIT: 7TH FLEET SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: NAVY VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I served in the 7th Fleet, Desroyer USS Rooks DD 804 from Jan. 1952 to Mar. 1956. Ports of entry: Panama, San Diego, Hawaii, Sasebo, Yokosuki, Subic Bay, singapore, Penang, Colombo, Bambay, Ras Tanura, Aden, Suez, Naples, Vilefranche, Gibraitar, Newport. malandri@optonline.net Keywords: My name is Christopher but I was known as "Chris" During my stay we crossed the Equator, blew up a train, rescue pilots, etc. I also have the World Cruise Book listing all members of the Cruise between 1952 through 1956. Salvatore Perrone and I made many friends on the ship. At the time I was the kid from Brooklyn.

Entry: 25413 USS ROOKS (DD-804)	INTERESTED IN CONTACTING CREWMEMBERS.
EUGENE (GENE) DUNCAN wrote on May 13, 2002 CITY AND STATE: COLUMBUS OH UNIT: SUPPLY DIV SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: NAVY VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Keywords:

Entry: 21631 USS ROOKS (DD-804)	CONTACT WANTED
CHARLES (CHUCK) COBB wrote on December 19, 2001 CITY AND STATE: UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: NAVY VETERAN - KOREA Comments: I served aboard the Rooks from the time she came from mothball to mid 1954.Would like to contact anyone who was with us through that period. I would especially like to contact Jim Partin, a radioman from Missouri. Keywords: USS Rooks DD804

Entry: 14462 USS ROOKS (DD-804)	ROBERT W. DAHLEN
MICHAEL DAHLEN wrote on January 20, 2001 CITY AND STATE: HOBART IN UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: FAMILY MEMBER Comments: My Father, Robert was aboard the Rooks for the world cruise, and I have his Certificate from the cruise with the ports of call dated 6 Sept. 1952 and 11 April 1953. I also have two others. I remember him telling us about the shelling of a train, when I was young. Keywords:

Entry: 10252 USS ROOKS (DD-804)	USS ROOKS DD804
BOBBYE COON wrote on July 10, 2000 CITY AND STATE: STAATSBURG NY UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: NAVY VETERAN - KOREA Comments: My father served aboard the USS Rooks DD804 in January 1952 to 1954..... He's interested in all of her tours etc., anyone out there that remembers Frederick Northrup? He's been telling me stories about his time on board and I'm also interested. I'm grateful for this page and any other information that you might be able to provide. Keywords:

Entry: 7288 USS ROOKS (DD-804)	RE-COMMISSIONING CREW '51
WALTON PARKER SR. wrote on February 29, 2000 CITY AND STATE: ROCKPORT TX UNIT: POST OFFICE SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: NAVY VETERAN - KOREA Comments: Was Tele2/c on board till early '52. didn't have enough time on enlistment to go on World Cruise, but learned of the exploits later from Ken Akin and John Roger Dale Kelly who were Radarmen during the tour. I understand that they went along on a Fire control mission ashore at night to direct shelling on Railroad Yards. I am now a lawyer in Rockport, Texas. Any info. on Lt, Havener, Mills, Alexander, or Mr. Smirthwaite? Glad to read about the involvement of the USS Rooks. Keywords: Nickname "Stamps"

Entry: 5984 USS ROOKS (DD-804)	USS ROOKS DD 804 VETERAN
FARRIS WEATHERFORD wrote on January 2, 2000 CITY AND STATE: NORTH AUGUSTA SC UNIT: SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: NAVY VETERAN - KOREA Comments: SERVED FROM 1951 TO 1954 WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM FELLOW VETERANS Keywords: NICKNAME FEW SHIP USSROCKS DD804

Entry: 5834 USS ROOKS (DD-804)	USS ROOKS DD 804
ROBERT VALLONEY wrote on December 25, 1999 CITY AND STATE: HOLIDAY FL UNIT: QM 3 U S NAVY ROOKS 1951 1955 SERVICE OR RELATIONSHIP: NAVY VETERAN - KOREA Comments: LIKE TO HEAR FM J W MILLIKEN W E ARLT BILL BARBER THANKS Keywords: KOREA DANIEL J RYAN

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