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Current Message 1 - March 24, 2008
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Entry: 64899
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

Byron Mcquady (Mac) Burbage

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kelsey king wrote on 2008-03-24 13:38:52.0

Comments: My Great-grandfather was Mac Burbage he was a Captain flying a F4U-4. His plane was shot down in So-haeri, North Korea on July 24,1951 he was 29 years old. I'm hoping there is someone out there that knew my great garandfather and has pictures or just some stories to tell. I never got to meet him, neither did my mother my grandmother was 5 years old when he died. i would be grateful for any information, im trying to put together a book about him. Thank you.

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Current Message 2 - October 13, 2007
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Entry: 62592
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

Theodore Roosevelt Prater

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Mark Prater wrote on 2007-10-13 18:03:25.0

Comments: My Father, AMC Theodore Roosevelt Prater, served on the Sicily during the Korean War. I would appreciate hearing from anyone who knew him or has information about the Aviation Metalsmiths.

Keywords: Prater, Avaiation Metalsmith

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Current Message 3 - October 8, 2007
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Entry: 62542
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

Glad to Share photos and stories 1945 & 46

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George Kennedy wrote on 2007-10-08 21:26:07.0

Comments: My Dad George Kennedy served on this ship from 1945 to 1946 and made trips to South America and Cuba. He is still alive and may know details for anyone looking for information of only these years. I have some photos he took too and will post. The email address and phone number here is his. He is in good health and would be happy to share what he knows. He was an aircraft mechanic.

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Current Message 4 - April 14, 2007
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Entry: 60665
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

Walter Jean Kershner

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Michelle Kershner Kenneally wrote on 2007-04-14 12:18:28.0

Comments: Looking for anyone who might have known my father, Walter Jean Kershner, who was a radar/sonar tech on the USS Sicily during the Korean War. My dad passed away in 1964, when I was eight months old. He married Joyce Smith Kershner, had three daughters, ages 10, 8 and 8 months at his time of death. Dad had a heart attack at age of 33 while on the archery range. He died the next day when the blood clot came back thru. I would love to talk to ANYONE who might have remebered my dad. Everyone says I am the one most like him, yet I dont remember him. Thanks to all of you!

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Current Message 5 - May 13, 2006
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Entry: 57132
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

uss corman

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pete allen wrote on 2006-05-13 08:28:06.0

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Keywords: unknown this person was in ww-1, us navy

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Current Message 6 - December 9, 2005
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Entry: 54559
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

Would like information on the USS Sicily

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SHERRY Taylor wrote on 2005-12-09 13:59:50.0

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Keywords: I would like any information on the USS Sicly, my father was a hospital corman on that ship in the Korean War. My dad is still alive and doing well. He is living in North Carolina. I would like any pictures or stories about him for a book I am making for him. He has some pictures, but I was interested in seeing if there were any others out there. ANything would be appreciated. Thank you

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Current Message 7 - December 4, 2005
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Entry: 54486
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

To any one who might have known my dad

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Diana Bullock wrote on 2005-12-04 12:29:46.0

Comments: i am looking for any one who might have known my dad William A Newton from mo. deceased Korean Vet died 1953,54,55, idont even know where he is buried, he was born around 1928

Keywords: Bill

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Current Message 8 - August 20, 2005
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Entry: 52731
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

CVE-118

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Russell Daniels wrote on 2005-08-20 00:00:00.0

Comments: My late father, Kay Dee Daniels, served on the USS Sicily (CVE-118) from 1949-52, as a BT-3 (Boiler Tender 3rd Class).

His comments and stories to me through the years were intriguing and as humorous as war stories can be (especially about the VMF-214 "Black Sheep"). And some of his shore leave pictures (those which survived his tour)are hilarious (especially a champagne or two while in Marseilles).

There were also the serious and shocking stories about war and its consequences to life and limb.

He enjoyed his time on the "Phantom" and I still have his "yearbook" of the Sicily, plus an old Collier's containing the article on the ship (from an fellow shipmate of his with whom, I'm sorry to say, I've lost touch).

To all of his fellow "squids" and "jarheads," thank you one and all. Through even the most difficult days of the war, his life was enriched because of you.

Sincerely, Russell M. Daniels

Keywords: CVE-118, USS Sicily, Korea, Phantom, BT-3

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Current Message 9 - June 17, 2005
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Entry: 51580
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

USS Sicily CVE 118 Shipmates

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Edward Smith wrote on 2005-06-17 00:00:00.0

Comments: Here in 2005 we still look forward to getting together with our Shipmates and morn and miss those who have pre-deceased us.

Keywords: USS Sicily CVE 118, Korea. 5 Battle Stars, Marine Fighter Squadrons

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Current Message 10 - August 17, 2004
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Entry: 45265
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

Freddie "Butch Whalen

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Kim Jones wrote on 2004-08-17 11:25:07.0

Comments: I'm looking for shipmates or friends of my father, Freddie "Butch" Whalen who was a welder on the USS Sicily. I'm not sure of the dates, but I know he was in Boston, Norfolk, Greece, Scotland, and "up the Yellow River" during the Korean "conflict". Mom says they went up there to get the Marines out. He and my mother married in Nov. 1951 and they lived in San Diego and Long Beach where the ship was - so I know he was onboard the Sicily prior to and after 1951. (Actually, mom has said he shipped out 3 days after they were married. Ah- you navy rascals! Love 'em and leave 'em). Happily, my father returned from that tour, is still living (with the same old gal) and they are coming for a visit. I thought it would be a hoot for him to get in contact with any friends or even foes from the ship that knew him. Thanks for any replies.

Keywords: "Butch", welder, USS Sicily,

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Current Message 11 - July 12, 2004
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Entry: 44421
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

KOREAN WAR CRUISES 52

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VINCENT ROSATO wrote on 2004-07-12 16:20:59.0

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Keywords: I was a gunner's mate and was on mount 40-10 if any remeber's me i sure would like to hear from them

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Current Message 12 - August 31, 2003
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Entry: 36627
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

Helicopter Pilot LCDR Conant 7/28/51

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ALLISON E. March wrote on 2003-08-31 10:06:50.0

Comments: I would like very much to contact LCMDR Conant who was a chopper rescue pilot on the USS Sicily CVE-118. According to Vance L. Yount Jr., Major USMC (Ret.) who was a member of The "Death Rattlers" 323 squadron, "LCMDR Conant launched in his whirly bird and later scuttlebutt had it that an oil slick had been found. Conant took a sample and somebody decided it was diesel oil. We saw and heard the Tin Cans dropping Ash Cans on the alleged sub contact." I would think that there was a second member of Conant's helicopter and I would also like to contact him for his memories and observations of the attack. See: http://www.ussrenshawmysterytarget.com for the complete story on this 29 hour attack and subsequent research. Thank you all! Al March

Keywords: TE 95.11 July 28, 1951, 1913 attack on submarine.

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Current Message 13 - August 8, 2003
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Entry: 36134
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

Korean War cruises 52-53

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Marvin Thomas wrote on 2003-08-08 15:35:13.0

Comments: I was aboard the Sicily from May 1952 until discharde from USN in Aug. 1954. Would like to hear from anyone in the V1 div. Marvin Thomas.

Keywords: Korean War Cruises, V1 Div. USS Sicily.

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Current Message 14 - May 30, 2003
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Entry: 34501
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

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Hearl Cubbison wrote on 2003-05-30 09:54:14.0

Comments: Mr. Jerry Benton, I tried to respond to an old email address, if you you have a new address please post. Thank you, Bonnie Cubbison Sands

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Current Message 15 - May 30, 2003
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Entry: 34500
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

Radarman

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Hearl Cubbison wrote on 2003-05-30 09:43:09.0

Comments: My father was a Radarman 2nd class on the Sicily from 1949 to 1952. I recently found this web site and will forward any responses to him. He would like to be in touch with others from the ship. Thank you. Bonnie Sands

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Current Message 16 - February 26, 2003
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Entry: 32353
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

Looking for ship's log

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Bill Simpson wrote on 2003-02-26 18:14:23.0

Comments: Looking for AA reports concerning Dad's death: USMC Captain William Simpson, VMF 214, 16 September 1950. Was sent basic information concerning tail number, etc...perhaps someone remembers Dad...I see there were several guys who served at the same time, although it seems that the times were chaotic. Thanks

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Current Message 17 - February 12, 2003
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Entry: 31980
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

USS SICILY

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LENORE BUSCH wrote on 2003-02-12 21:27:16.0

Comments: MY BROTHER,BILL RUSSELL WAS ON THE USS SICILY DURING THE KOREAN WAR. UNFORTUNATELY ABOUT 6 MONTHS OUT OF THE SERVICE HE WAS KILLED IN A CAR ACCIDENT.

Keywords: USS SICILY

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Current Message 18 - February 7, 2003
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Entry: 31794
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

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Ed sMITH wrote on 2003-02-07 10:18:00.0

Comments: It is great to see the interest of so many Sicily Veterans. Any Shipmate interested in joining us in the USS Sicily CVE 118 Association, please contact me at one of the above addresses. Our 2003 Reunion will be in Norfolk, September 14-17, 2003. We would love to have all Shipmates join us for this Reunion. Our Roster is now almost 500 strong and is a good source of locating your shipmates. Take care and SICILY FOREVER Ed Smith

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Current Message 19 - July 16, 2002
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Entry: 26986
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

Trying to locate

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Susan Carini wrote on 2002-07-16 10:38:57.0

Comments: I am trying to locate Robert Giles who was on the Sicily in 1949. He was in his twenties and that's all I know. My dad served in the Korean War, but my mother, Fay Bowker, knew Mr. Giles and dated him. She is single and looking to contact him. If anyone has any information about Mr. Giles, please e-mail me at vunction500@hotmail.com.

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Current Message 20 - June 22, 2002
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Entry: 26446
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

USS Sicily

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Colleen Borrero wrote on 2002-06-22 15:07:08.0

Comments: My father (Sheldon DeGrasse) served on the Sicily during the Korean War. Email us if you know him. URL: colleenborrero.com Link to USS Comte de Grasse

Keywords: ABM

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Current Message 21 - February 22, 2002
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Entry: 23370
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

USS Sicily - Service 1949-52

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WILLIAM E. (BILL) Lipscomb wrote on 2002-02-22 16:38:22.0

Comments: Served on the USS Sicily from 1949-1952. Caught the ship in Norfolk, Va. Went from there to Boston for 3 months dry dock. From there we went back to Norfolk and then to San Diego. On July 4,1950. We sailed to Japan and then to Korea for 6 months of duty. Imade two trips to Korea while aboard. I was in the aviation div. Left the ship in 1952 and was discharged Sept. 1952.

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Current Message 22 - January 25, 2002
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Entry: 22623
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

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Kevin Hoggard wrote on 2002-01-25 12:50:56.0

Comments: My father served onboard during 52. I am looking for Aircraft Action Reports for 10 September 52. I found the action reports for the ship during that time. I remember my father telling me that an F4U from the VMA-312 was the first prop driven plane to shoot down a MiG. The ships action report tells this, but additional information can be found on the VMA-312 Aircraft Action Report No. 74. Any assistance on finding this action report would help me. Thanks in advance.

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Current Message 23 - December 11, 2001
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Entry: 21398
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

Service on USS Sicily

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Robert Paige wrote on 2001-12-11 14:22:50.0

Comments: Served on USS Sicily for about six months after completing ET School at Treasure Island. September, 1952- March, 1953. Transferred to USS Kenneth Whiting (AV-14) for remainder of service, ending 11 May 1955. Passed exam and qualifications for ET1, but promotion would not have been until 1 September 1955. Regret to inform you that Walter Kershner, who was Lead Petty Officer of ET's at time I was onboard passed away several years ago. He was an instructor at the FAA Academy in Oklahoma City.

Keywords: Boot Camp, San Diego; ET School, Treasure Island; USS Sicily (CVE-118); USS Kenneth Whiting (AV-14); Naval Station, San Diego.

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Current Message 24 - November 20, 2001
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Entry: 20813
USS Sicily (CVE-118)

1953 to 1954

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JIM JULIAN wrote on 2001-11-20 09:00:25.0

Comments: Hey anyone know the little electronics shop on the left side just after leaving the enlisted mess hall with usually a torpedo on a wooden dolly sitting by the door. I was in the ordanence compartment that led into the enlisted mess. I was stationed on the ship july 53 until Feb 1954 and was an ATAN. IF ANYTHING SOUNDS FAMILIAR, EMAIL AT julian_jim@hotmail.com

Keywords: Last Korean curise, Advanced Underwater Weapons Shop, JIM JULIAN, ATAN

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On Wed, 6 Aug 1997
Allison E. March Email address  wrote:

Desire to contact any of the following officers from VMF-323, "DEATH 
RATTLERS", assigned to USS Sicily (CVE-118) on July 29, 1951: 
Major C. M. Kunz, serial # 07470; 
Captain D.R. Dempster, serial # 037930; 
Captain D. W. Smith, serial # 020307. 

These three officers led Pre-Briefed Strikes off the USS Sicily 
CVE-118) on July 29, 1951.

My mailing address is: A. E. March
12710 Old Fort Road
Fort Washington, MD 20744-2859
Phone Number: 301-292-2763
E-Mail:  a499march@aol.com

Ship information

On Tue, 5 Aug 1997 
wtufts wtufts@beol.net wrote:

you have a nice page, but as usual the little cve is over shadowed by
the big guys.

i spent four years over there and the little cve was worked just
as hard as the big guys.

i was aboard the uss sicily cve 118 and we were on the rotation with
the uss rendova as were the other cve's. we spent 6 months there and 6
months in the srates. 

if you go to the us navy site you can  find all the data on the
carriers aand there trips  and dates.

w-tufts@juno.com

Med Cruise

On Wed, 20 Jan 1999
BJensen909@aol.com wrote:

Finally, I've reached a Sicily Web Site.  I served during "peace time,"
December 1948 to March 1950.  The Sicily was out of Norfolk, VA and we 
did a Mediterranean tour with a primary destination to Athens Greece to
deliver a squadron of Grumman F4F's to the Greek government to battle 
the Greek Communists.  

I was a Radio Seaman 1. I received some information from the US Naval
Academy but I want to find out if there are any photos of my ship or
reunions.  Please respond. 

BJensen909@AOL.COM (Baltimore, Maryland