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| Current Message 25 - 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 26 - 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 27 - 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 28 - 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 29 - 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 30 - 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 31 - 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 32 - 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 33 - 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 34 - 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 35 - 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 36 - 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 37 - 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 38 - 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 39 - 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 40 - 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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| Current Message 41 - November 13, 2001 |
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Entry: 20593
USS Sicily (CVE-118) |
Looking for |
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James H. Gurganus wrote on 2001-11-13 04:04:52.0
Comments: I served on the Sicily from March of 1952 until we decommissioned her in Oct. 1954. Ritchie was a good friend of mine and If anyone knows of his whereabouts I would sure like to know.
Keywords: Looking for Hermon L. Ritchie, B Div.
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| Current Message 42 - September 29, 2001 |
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Entry: 19666
USS Sicily (CVE-118) |
Looking for Arthur E. Carter |
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Dale Adams wrote on 2001-09-29 19:09:16.0
Comments: Searching for A.E. Carter, "Winch" Winchenbach
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| Current Message 43 - May 26, 2001 |
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Entry: 16776
USS Sicily (CVE-118) |
Looking for Shipemates |
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Jay Cobb wrote on 2001-05-26 04:22:57.0
Comments: Looking for anyone who remembers my Dad, Harvey E. Cobb. He served during Korea. One of his best-friends nick-name was "Dink" Dad passed on June 1, 1995. I have home movies. I would appriciate contact with those who knew him. Thank you. crusher2@mindspring.com or (209) 836-1254 Jay
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| Current Message 44 - February 19, 2001 |
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Entry: 15105
USS Sicily (CVE-118) |
Looking for shipmates |
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FREDERICK (FRED) Hillis wrote on 2001-02-19 19:22:56.0
Comments: Served aboard Sicily end of 1951 to early 1953. A Div. (ENFN)
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| Current Message 45 - February 11, 2001 |
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Entry: 14923
USS Sicily (CVE-118) |
looking for info |
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christopher kroll wrote on 2001-02-11 18:33:01.0
Comments: My father served on the sicily he has told me alot of stories about his time in the navy. i would like anyone who knew "Jerry Kroll" please e-mail me any info about yourself I'm sure my father would greatly appreiciate it thank you.
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| Current Message 46 - February 11, 2001 |
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Entry: 14922
USS Sicily (CVE-118) |
looking for info |
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christopher kroll wrote on 2001-02-11 18:27:18.0
Comments: My father served on the sicily he has told me alot of stories about his time in the navy. i would like anyone who knew "Jerry Kroll" please e-mail me any info about yourself I'm sure my father would greatly appreiciate it thank you.
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| Current Message 47 - February 2, 2001 |
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Entry: 14773
USS Sicily (CVE-118) |
flight deck chalker 1952 |
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ron lack wrote on 2001-02-02 22:04:47.0
Comments: USS SICILY FLIGHT DECK CREW
Keywords: conchie walker, william prince &many more i no longer remember. would love to hear from you one & all.i was aboard the final korean cruise with the crazy marine pilots.
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| Current Message 48 - December 22, 2000 |
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Entry: 13766
USS Sicily (CVE-118) |
Ship mate |
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LOWELL J. (TEX) Masterson wrote on 2000-12-22 10:54:55.0
Comments: A proud Korea Navy Sailer
Keywords: Tex.
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| Current Message 49 - December 1, 2000 |
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Entry: 13407
USS Sicily (CVE-118) |
Looking for info on my father |
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James Timms wrote on 2000-12-01 22:27:29.0
Comments: Jewell Perry Timms (My father) served in the Navy from 1951-1955. Most of his time evidently was spent on the Sicily. He never spoke of Korea. But, he always shed a tear on Veteran's day for shipmates and friends. My Father passed away in May of 1999. In an old trunk I found numerous pictures of him and people he knew during his tour(s). If anyone remembers him, please contact me and I would be happy to share some of the pictures I have.
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Shipmates Association site
Ship history web site
priscilla
Aviators
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
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