My father served on board the Princeton

Comments: My father William Alfred Kane was called back into the service after the outbreak of conflict on the Korean peninsula. He was part of the shakedown cruise that rushed the USS Princeton out of mothballs at Bremerton WA., ferrying aircraft to Korea. This shakedown cruise I learned a few years ago was featured in a Saturday Evening Post article which I bought of off Ebay. My father worked in the boiler room from sometime in 1950 to 51. The famous picture of the 2 Banshees dumping fuel flying past the Princeton in the background before landing on deck was used in our local newspaper to announce his return to service. He captured many a landing and take off with his movie camera and shore leave time in Japan, which I have enjoyed watching over the years obviosuly in his off duty time. My father died at an early age in 1983. He also served onboard the heavy crusier USS Pensacola CA 24 in the Pacific theater joining the Navy following Pearl Harbor from 1942 to 1946. I am very proud of my dad wishing he had more openly talked his time in the Navy with me.

Keywords: USS Princeton CV 37

Domain of the Golden Dragon

Comments: I am wondering if there is anyone to whom I could send a Golden Dragon card belonging to a YNSN James Flohr when the USS Princeton crossed the 180th meridian on November 27, 1950. Please let me know where to send it if anyone is maintaining any type of archive. Thanks

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My Dad and my Uncle were on board in 1951

Comments: My dad J.C. Burt was on the Princeton from 1951 through 1953 I do beleive. He had these ship yearbooks that I remember when i was very young. He used to tell me all kinds of stories of things that went on while enlisted. He also had a 45 rpm record that he made with some other guys on the ship as he told me and the song was "That good ole'mountain dew". Does anyone remember that. I think he was a macinists mate. J.C. died in 2004.

My uncle was also on the ship his name was Lloyd Shoemake and I think he was a boatswains mate. This is how my dad met my mom from a picture my uncle had in his locker. He was killed in 1962 or 63 due to a work related accident here in Atlanta. He was also a big Triumph motorcycle enthusiast.

I miss them both greatly!

If you remember either of them let me know!

Keywords: J.C. Burt, Lloyd Shoemake

My farthers old shipmates

Comments: My farther talked about the good times aboard the USS Princeton. He is no longer with us, I was hopping that some of his old friends, can share a story about him. His name is Manny Peraza. Please e-mail me at manny@compucaresoft.com He served in 51-54.

Keywords: USS Princeton CV -37

marine detachment

Comments: looking for ex ship mates

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Richard King Patterson, USN

Comments: I would like to pass on some information about my uncle, Richard King Patterson, for those who may have known him.

Richard King Patterson, aka Dick, passed away on August 27, 2008. He was born in Wilkinsburgh, PA and enlisted in the United States Navy in 1949. He served two tours on the USS Princeton during the Korean War and played in the Navy Band. He passed away in the VA hospital in Aspenwall, PA.

If any one can share some pictures and/or stories about him please email me at shannontravers@verizon.net.

All Military Veterans have nothing but my utmost respect and appreciation for their service. Thank you.

Keywords: USS Princeton, Navy Band, Korean War, Dick

LOOKING FOR OLD BUDDIES

Comments: I am looking for friends who served with me on the Princeton: I was in V-1 Division for awhile. Mambo, Joe Ainsworth and V-2 Division: Don Miller, the Lillianthal brothers, Jack and Merle, Nick Gizzi, Al Calderelli, Dick Johnson. I am sorry I can't remember all the names. I gave my cruise book to my wife's nephew whose father also served on the Princeton and later Died. His name was Tim Judy (electrician). Our service on the P overlapped, but I did not know him. A coinceidence that I married his sister. He was from Everett, WA. My time aboard (My entire hitch)was a great time in my life. I am now 75 and still kicking. Contact me anytime.

Keywords: GENE, CATAPULTS, 1951-1955, KOREAN WAR (NOT CONFLICT)

CV-37

Comments: Growing up in Chesterton, Indiana; in the early 1990's; I always took the time to listen to the old sailors talk about their ships. I add this submission to remember two of them. Dave Milosevich, served aboard in the 1950's twice, I believe he was aboard during the Korean War. Al McNeil, served at least one tour. I was there in their presents when they both learned that they were aboard the "Sweet P" at the same time. They recalled memories of the Regulas Missile firing on the forward flight deck, and being "sunk" by the USS Nautilus (SSN-571). Dave enjoyed razzing Al about being a "Sea Going Bellhop", who was proud of being the skippers guard. One day in Dave's office were he proudly hung a picture of the Princeton, Al gave him an old zippo lighter with the ship inscribed on the cover. Al McNeil passed away shortly after that (July 1994). They both were proud and honored to have served on the Princeton. Thank You.

Keywords: Dave Milosevich (USN) CV/CVA/CVS-37; Al McNeil (USMC) CVS-37

CV 37 KOREA 1950-51 BOOK AVAILABLE

Comments: I have this book. Its very scarce online-only two listed-both for $200. go to --addall.com to verify. mine is in better condition--I'd take $150 obo. Thanks.

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Looking for shipmates of Bob/Bobby Taggart

Comments: I am looking for shipmates of my Dad, RA Taggart of DeQueen, AR ("Bob", "Bobby" or "RAT"), who served on Princeton in Korea. He died in January of 1994, and I do not know the precise time of his service. But after he returned to the States, he and my mother met in southern CA, and moved to the Mississippi Gulf Coast in 1963 where my two brothers and I were reared.

I would be honored to hear from anyone who served with my Dad, and thank all of you for your service to our country.

Andy Taggart Madison, MS

Keywords: Princeton in Korea; Taggart; Looking for Shipmates

plain landings & crashs aboard ship

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USS Princetion, April 52

Comments: My gramps flew Corsair (F4U) on the U.S.S princeton from April 52, He is looking for Shipmates

Keywords: F4u, coarsair, april 52, night, radar, Corsair (F4U), Uncle Ingle, uss princeton

Princeton during Korean War

Comments: My uncle, Richard "Dick" Patterson, served in the Navy 1948-1953 and did two tours during the Korean War. Was wondering if anyone may have pictures or know of him who would like to share some information about him.

Keywords: USS Princeton, Korean War, 1948-1953, Task Force 77

INFO on AEC Hamilton

Comments: I am looking for information or someone that knew my father AEC Leonard Clay Hamilton. He was stationed on the Princeton in WWII and Korean war. He was also stationed at Kodiak Alaska, He mentioned Tubby Watson in many of his stories, and the movie "Flat top" please email me at hamilton885@comcast.net

Keywords: ham bone, tubby watson

Hilgendorf

Comments: I am searching for guys like Ralph L. Parker, Robert K. Small and anyone from the parachute loft and CAG's 19 or 15. Also, any of the guys around the ship which may recall me. I was in charge of V-R div for a time in Bremerton shipyard.

Keywords: USS Princeton, CV37, 1952-53, V-4, PR1

sweet P,

Comments: aS LIKE MANY THIS WAS MY FIRST DUTY RIGHT OUT OF BOOT CAMP. I REPORTED ON A COLD NOVEMBER MORNING AT THE SHIP YARD IN BREMERTON WASHINGTON I WAS A 17 YEAR OLD SCARED YOUNG RECRUITE AND ASK A SAILOR ON THE DOCK WHERE WAS THE PRINCETON,,,HE LAUGHED AND SAID YOU ARE STANDING NEXT TO HER DUMB,BLANK,,,, THE SHIP AND MY DIVISION HAD PRETTY MUCH OLD VETS FROM THE FIRST TOUR AND MANY FROM WW2, AND I WAS THE ONLY YOUNG BOOT THERE. I WAS TAKEN IN HAND AND THE NEXT YEAR WAS MY BAPTISIM IN TO BEING A PRINCETON SAILOR. I HAVE NEVER SERVED IN MY 24 YEARS IN THE NAVY WITH A MORE SATISFYING EXPERIANCE THEN THE YEARS ABOARD THE PRINCETON.

Keywords: U,S,S, PRINCETON CVA 37, V3/G DIV,V7, DIV. NOVEMBER 1951 THRU 1954

Ralph Edward Leach

Comments: My father talked about his sevice on the USS Princeton many times. He was a radar tech for both on board radar and for the wing radar on F4U4 Corsairs. His service was during the Chosin Dam Bombing. Does anyone remember him? I also am looking for any photos of the USS Princeton CV37. My father passed away and I'm trying to learn as much as I can about his past, and any friends or shipmates of his.

Keywords: USS Princeton CV37, Chosin Dam

Looking for:

Comments: I am Looking for anyone who was in the Fourth Division aboard the Princeton CV-37 during 1951-1953. I am searching for information on my father who passed away in January 2005, His name is Carl E Jones

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looking for: kenneth paul denny

Comments: looking for battleship sailor during korean war kenneth kenny paul denny

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Elmer Leath deceased 7July 8th 2005

Comments: My father passed away in July and the greatest times in his life he always said was when he was aboard the Princeton. He served in the Korean war 1950-1954. I am not sure when he served on the Princeton, but he always talked about the great times he had. If anyone knew my father please email me at red2979@hotmail.com. I want to know what he was like when he was younger.

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Finding men from the ship

Comments: I am the older daughter of John William Crawley. Daddy lives in South Hill, Virginia now. When he enlisted he lived in Gretna, Virginia. He would love to hear from others he served with on either the USS Princeton or the USS Reno. Thank you and God Bless the Veterans and families. Linda C. Moore Gretna, Va. 24557

Keywords: John William Crawley Served on the USS Reno and USS Princeton. Enlisted in December 1942 and Discharged 1946. CVL#37 and CL96

USS Princeton

Comments: Princeton video, titled: The Princeton Tigers, on DVD. Shows all the ships named Princeton, that won 14 battle stars, in the Korean & Vietnam wars. For full info contact: USS Princeton Assn. bobneu@webtv.net Thank you.

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USS Princeton

Comments: Princeton video, titled: The Princeton Tigers, on DVD. Shows all the ships named Princeton, that won 14 battle stars, in the Korean & Vietnam wars. For full info contact: USS Princeton Assn. bobneu@webtv.net Thank you.

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O R Div 1950-1953

Comments: Books not for sale

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Bob Dahlin MM2 deseased 8/98

Comments: My brother Bob Dahlin passed away 8/98. he was a good friend of Pete Stovall. Both worked in the engine room during korean war. he was always proud of his service to the country aboard the princeton.

Keywords: machinist mate 2nd class Robert( BoB ) Dahlin 51-53

LT. JG CHARLES WAYNE JOHNSON L946 USS PRINCETON .

Comments: If anyone remembers him please e-mail me. I am 76 and time is running out at the age. We were to married. I would like to know someone who could know anything about his family. He had a younger brother and could possible still be living. I am sure his parents would be deceased at this time. I would like to have some one tell me anything about him. He was a Prince among men. Thank You andGOD BLESS YOU. I meet him when the Princeton was in New York in 1946 Thank you I corresponded with him Mother for a long time. I can not remember the address I only remember East St. Louis, Illinois Thanks again

Keywords: Charles W. Johnson Lt. Jg USS Princton 1946, Bomer pilot. Deceased . I believe buried at sea Septll, l946 out from Saipan or Guam.He was from East St. Louis, Illinois

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Comments: would like to hear from any one in the v-6 div. or anyone who knows me .would like cruse book from 1952 or 1953

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Does anyone remember R.Q Lawrence or Robert Quinton Lawrence from the USS Princton Between 1950-1958

Comments: He was from Alabama when he went into the Navy and he is 74 years old.

Keywords: Called Lawrence

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Keywords: Ron Mailroom 1951

VF 154

Comments: Our squadron (VF 154) was aboard the USS Princeton in 1953 and I was an Aviation Electrician. I found out a few weeks ago that a book was published in late 1953 or early 1954 named Attack Carrier USS Princeton Air Group Fifteen. I never seen a copy of this book before I was discharged in Feb. 1954 and had forgotten about the picture being taken. If there is someone out there that has a copy of this book and would sell it, I am very much interested in buying it.

Jack D. Taylor

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USS Princeton CV~37 and LPH~5 Reunion 2004

Comments: Oct.12-17 2004 Holiday Inn VIRGINIA BEACH-EXEC CTR, VA 5655 Greenwich Road VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23462 UNITED STATES Toll-Free: 8004654329 Tel: 1-757-4994400 Fax: 1-757-4730517 Email: hiexec@vabeach.com Check-In Time: 3:00 PM Check-Out Time: 12:00 PM Red (Webmaster) http://www.ussprinceton.com/

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Hanger deck Officer during the Korean War

Comments: My dad, Lt Glenn M Van Dercreek , nicknamed "Van" Served aboard the Princeton during the Korean War, I believe between 1950-52. I am looking for anyone who remembers him and would care to share information or remberances of him. Thanks

Keywords: "Van" Van Dercreek

V-4 div USS Princeton 1964-1967

Comments: Any of you varmits out there from rep-7 or avgas crew been a long time! contact SCUFF AT winchester@foggy.net v-4 Div cpo Davis's wild bunch Lt Hass the boss

Keywords: Scuff is looking for shipmates 64-67 Olinger you out there?

My Dad was Don Stocks He was on the ship when it when down Dose any one rembering him or story

Comments: My Dad served on the Uss Princeton and we would like story or information about the day it was hit

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Dad Served

Comments: My dad served on the U.S.S Princton CV-37 during the Korean War that is about all I know only have one ortwo pictures of him while serving.Does anyone out there remember him.

Keywords: Frank DiOrio, U.S.S Princeton,Korea,CV-37

V.F. 153 CAG. 15 TF77

Comments: just checking on old unit. would like history of it,to see if it still active or reserved.Thanks,A plane captain.

Keywords: uss princton cva 37 cag 15 vf 153

USS Princeton CV37 V-2 Div

Comments: I am interested in finding vets who served on the USS Princeton CV37 in the V2 Division in 1950-1951.

Keywords: USS Princeton CV37 V2 Division

Dad was on USS Princeton in middle 40's

Comments: My father is Homer M. Hallman. He served aboard the USS Princeton when it took Capt. John M. Hoskins aboard and when it took the ashes of the President of the Phillipines to their resting place. He tells tales of men he knew. I would love to find someone who remembers him. Thank you, Pamela Hallman Jacobson

Keywords: USS Princeton CV-37, 1945,46,47

November 1945 - June 1946

Comments: I am writing this for a cousin Eugene (Gene) White who is looking for some buddies who served with him from 1945-1946. Eugene does not have a computer and asked me to see if I could find out any information for him. He did mention to me the name Ray Morley. Are there any others out there who served on this ship with Gene? Please E-mail me and I will be the go-between. Thank you.

Gene and his wife are retired living in an assisted living facility in Florida.

Keywords: U.S.S. Princeton CV-37

1951-1953

Comments: My father served on the Princeton 1951-1953 and on the Essex for about 6 months in 1953. I would love to here from anyone who served with him or has information where I can get a cruise book. Therral Clark, still living and well in Jonesboro, Ar. Thanks

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R div

Comments: old r div frinds 1951-1954

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Cruise Book 1956

Comments: I have aquired the 1956 Cruise Book belonging to Lt. Meckoll. email if you are interested.

Keywords: CV-37, USS Princeton

VF-154

Comments: Looking for someone that remembers my dad. Jack Taylor, Aviation Electricians Mate VF-154. He was on the Princeton in 1953.

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1950 thru 1953

Comments: Lookihg for Disbursing Personnel 1950-1953

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V1 division 1950 - 1953

Comments: I am now living in the Pheonix area. I would like to locate reunions or people that knew me from the old days. Travel is practical to the Southeren part of California, Arizona, or nearby.

Keywords: V1 division 1950 - 1953

need pictures of ship 1953-1957

Comments: my brother david m burns ao served aboard from 1951 to 1953. then was transfered to shore duty at oppama japan.

i came aboard in 1953 while the ship was in drydock at bremerton wash.

Keywords: peace time princeton 1953-1957

need pictures of ship 1953-1957

Comments: peace time princeton 1953-1957

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Raymond Wiley uss Princeton vf871

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USS Princeton veterans Inc

Comments: I am the historian for the USS Princeton Veterans Inc. If any one is interested in joining please send your Name,Address, city, State, Zip, Div, Yrs abrd, and I will send you a newsletter and an aplication.

Keywords: USS Princeton CV-37 and LPH-5

LCDR Charles Hamm

Comments: I have Pictures of the Princeton off of the coast of Hawaii and many pictures of my Grandfather in flight. He was a fighter Pilot and Helicopter pilot.

P.S.- Please put subject as "Charles Hamm" for any e-mails

Keywords: Charles G. Hamm is my grandfather and served on the USS Princeton and was also aboard the USS New Jersey and USS Lexington.

USS Princeton 1945-1947

Comments: I know it is a long shot, but i thought someone out there might remember his name. He was also a drill sargeant in South carolina his last year. Trying to connect with some of the pictures that i have. anyone that notices remembers his name, please contact me. thankyou and God Bless All..

Keywords: Looking for anyone that might have known my dad Frank P. McNally or known as "Mac". Also had a brother Philip McNally who was reported missing during the war in 1945.

LOOKING FOR MEN WHO WERE IN THE 3RD DIV. 50-54

Comments: My Uncle(Don Booth) would be interested in hearing from you. Please e-mail any quetions, he love to hear from his old friends

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Reunions

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LOOKING FOR SHIPMATES

Comments: MY FATHER, PIERCE G. PERRY WAS AND HE WOULD LOVE TO BE ABLE TO COMMUNICATE WITH OTHERS WHO WERE. HE WAS A GUNNERS MATE, 5INCH/38. PLEASE CONTACT AT rtimmerman1@comcast.net

Keywords: WERE YOU OR YOUR FAMILY MEMBER ON THE USS PRINCETON CV-37 FROM 1950-1951?

VA195 1950-1953

Comments: I wonder how many remember the fire on the Boxer. We had just arrived in Port and initiated liberty call when we got word of the Fire. We were ordered back to the line and what a time rounding up our Sailers who were ashore. The morning we got to the line VA 195 sent off 16 Airplnes. I went down to the hanger deck to check on work on our other two planes. as I walked under the wing I heard on shot and picked up six shell casing, We were lucky as on of the shots had penetrated a wing tank and dumped gas on the deck. Luckely it did not catch fire or we would have had the same casualties as the Boxer DEE

Keywords: Some may remember the launching of the Kitchen Sink Bomb by VA195. I was the one who had it built and Lt Austin was the Pilot Royal B. DeLand 1950-53

1951-53 Aviation Store Keeper VF-153

Comments: I would like to hear from any of the guys on that ship.

Keywords: USS Princeton, Korean War Dec 11, 1951-Oct. 12 1953, Task Force 77, CAG 15, CVA-37, VF 153, Aviation Store Keeper

His Story

Comments: Looking for other African Americans that were on the Sweet Pea. My father was on the same ship and has photographs of him and friends. Everytime I see those pics I wonder what was going or who everyone is? My dad's name is Don Mayberry, I think he was a cook. What was it like for African Americans on the ship?

Sincerely

suena21@a

Keywords: Sweet Pea

Any Survivors From 1945-47

Comments: I may be too late (by 50 years) to begin a search for shipmates from the 1945-47 era?

(My search for shipmates on USS Whipple (DD-217) turned up only a few.)

I have fond memories of my tour with the 7th fleet to China-Japan-Phillipines, and frequent stops in Guam and other islands along the way.

Peg-legged Rear Admiral Hoskins was the Skipper.

Keywords: Fire Control

Picture of USS Princeton CV-37

Comments: I lost my only(large) picture of the Princeton Cv-37, and would like to get(borrow) a color photo of the "Sweet Pea" to make a print so I can put into a frame. Anyone out there have such a photo. I was on the Princeton (S-3 Division) from May 1953 to May 1956. Thanks to all the navy men who served aboard this mighty carrier. She did her country well in Korea.

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CRUISEBOOK-USS Princeton 1950-51

Comments: Cruisebook for USS Princeton CV-37, 1950-51 is being put on E-Bay for highest bid. Deadline is October 17, 2002. Now is the chance to own a rare edition of the activities of this aircraft carrier.

Keywords: Cruise Book for auction

CRUISEBOOK for 1950-51

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John (Jack) Shaughnessy 1952

Comments: Jack Shaughnessy was my husband's uncle. He was KIA on 7 Oct 52 while serving as a fighter pilot aboard the Princeton. This past week we received Jack's war mementos from his brother. One of them is a letter from Dick Hansen to Jack's mother. Does anyone know if Dick Hansen is still alive? Is there anyone else who knew Jack Shaughnessy? Thank you, Lisa Shaughnessy lisa@zergoot.com

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1956

Comments: Looking for a copy of cruise book. I served in VS-20 Ordnance Shop, Shop Chief AOC W.L, Critchlow. AQlso looking for VS-20 Squadron patch. Hello out there all you VS-20 Sugar Victors (SV tail letters)

Keywords: VS-20/VS-21 Cruise Jan 1956-September 1956 Flying S2F aircraft

when and where was the princeton scrapped

Comments: I NEED THE LOCATION AND DATES WHEN THE USS PRINCETON WAS SCRAPPED

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USS Princeton from 1945 to 1970

Comments: For full information about the USS Princeton from 1945 to 1970, contact: The USS Princeton Assn., PO Box 19449 San Diego, CA 92119, email: bobneu @webtv.net, tel 619-461-4344.

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4th Div

Comments: I was injured when a line gave way and my back and leg was broken. I would like to hear what happened to the two others that was in the boat with me.

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V-4 SHIPMATE

Comments: I HAVE NOT SEEN BOB AND HIS FAMILY IN QUIT A LONG TIME. WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF HE IS DEAD OR NOT MARRIED

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ADEC E. E. 'PETE' CALANDE

Comments: greetings. hoping someone may have photos and/or info on adec e. e. pete calande who was on the princeton in 1953 w/vf 154. thank you in advance for your consideration.

Keywords: uss princeton, vf 154

aviation ord 10/50-5/52

Comments: also any reservists from Floyd Bennett field aviation ordinance fasron 64 1948-50 Anthony (tony) Martelucci

Keywords: USS PRINCETON CV-37, AO V-3-O NAPALM CREW FLIGHT DECK, Looking for any old freinds and old crew mates especially John Bendel also Frank Carino

aviation ord 10/50-5/52

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USS Princeton

Comments: Looking for friends or shipmates that might remember my father, Robert Grogan. He was approx. 28 yrs old when he died. San Diego. 1961.

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LOST SHIP MATE

Comments: we went together every where he was like bro. to me.Dam i love to fine him. Bob Mabery

Keywords: wille he was called Ralph E. Williams

YEARBOOK KOREA '50-'51 FOR SALE

Comments: Just bought this 247 page book at a Thrift Store. Condition very good, no torn or missing pages, no writing inside. Binding excellent. Wish to sell to highest bidder. Begin at $25.00 plus postage. No deadline set as yet, depends upon demand.

Keywords: U.S.S.PRINCETON, CV-37 YEAR BOOK FOR KOREAN WAR, FOR 1950-1951

USS Princeton DV-37

Comments: Served in the Arresting Gear from 1952-1953 under Chief Geo. Baden. Looking for old ship mates.

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uss valley forge cv 37

Comments: I served on the forge during the korean war she was called the valley forge cv37 then. she was put in commision Valley forge cv37.

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SHIPS BAKERY 1948 TO 1950

Comments: First ship out of boot camp --until she was put out of commission in Bremerton in 1950,then assigned to the USS Indiana BB58 at the reserve fleet. The gang baked me my first birthday cake. I was then 18. Where are they now? Is any one left? I have a picture of the occasion and the whole gang.

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Contact shipmates of USS Princeton-date: August 1950 forward

Comments: Would like to contact all shipmates (especially 2nd Div.) and CO 50101 San Diego boot camp and any information on future reunions associated with veterans serving on the USS Princeton during the Korean Conflict. Time Frame: May 1950 boot cam through July 15, 1951. Attn: Bill Rowe; Willy Archie; and all others.

Keywords: Aircraft Carrier USS Princeton - Contact any shipmates of USS Valley Forge CV 45 Korean Conflict - 2nd Div -

OR div 1950-1953

Comments: I have 1951 thru 1953 cruise books, if anyone is intrested.

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Looking for shipmates

Comments: My father was an officer on the ship from about 9/1954-10/1957. I am trying to help him find his shipmates. He would like very much to find Carl Colby who was an assistant dental officer, who was from CA.. Carl would be about 73yrs old +/- 2 yrs. I would also like copies of any photos so I can share this part of my fathers life with them.

To all the Korean Vets THANK YOU

Keywords: shipmate from Sept.1954 - Oct.1957; Carl Colby

Thomas Biesterveld, Ens. USN

Comments: open letter to thomas biesterveld. your web address needs to be updated for e-mail. my cruise book shows Ens. Bieisterveld was lost on april 29 1951.

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looking for any shipmates

Comments: I am searching for anyone that was on the Princeton or knows about any reunions...

Keywords: nickname BO or Bowman USS Princeton

VF193 1952-54

Comments: Call, write, or e-mail. I have many memories of the navy days.

Keywords: AM2 1953-54.

LOOKING FOR SHIPMATES 1952-54

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'OPERATIOPN FIRMLINK', 1956 THAILAND

Comments: One of the first exercises, if not the first, where Marines were moved from the deck of USS PRINCETON in helicopters to secure a beachhead. Would like to hear from anyone who participated in this exercise.

Charles R. Goss USMC-USNR-R bokaema@msn.com

Keywords: "Operation Firmlink" Feb 1956, 256 Ships; Joint Seato Exercise, Thailand. Members of 4.2 Motar Regt., 9th Marines, 3rd Mar Div FMF took part in activities.

USS PRINCETON cv37

Comments: My sister and I are curious to find anyone who was on the Princeton with our father during 50-51. His name is Vernon Lee Crady. I believe he said his rank was 3d Boiler Tender. Our oldest brother was named after Keith a friend of his. One of his many stories was of a crew member who got a very bad sunburn after playing ball. After that any time the guy was outside he had to be totally covered up from neck to wrists. We're lucky that our dad is still with us. He'll be 72yrs old this Nov. We thought it might be fun to see if we could find anyone who knew him in the Navy. As it is we just this week found 2 pictures of his ship. We'd been trying to find a picture for years. Thank you very much

Keywords: USS PRINCETON cv37 1950-51 Captain was Bill Galimore Salsbury Sound a sea plane tender 1952-54

VS-37 Grumman AF-2S and 2W

Comments: Seeking photographic records of VS-37 Grumman AF-2S and 2W aircraft so as to complement existing VS-37 Squadron history files. . View the VS-37 squadron history at: . http://www.history.navy.mil/nan/1997/0397/ascoop.pdf . If you can be of assistance, please reply to: . Jack Eastman vs37s2f1ac@hotmail.com . Thank You. . .

Keywords: VS-37 Grumman AF-2S and 2W Aircraft

Served aboard 1945-May 1948

Comments: Was BM2 in the 2nd Div and on the pre-commissioning crew in Newport R.I. Don't recall to much about her but she was a wonderful place to be after WWII...got to sleep in a nice clean bed and eat good chow. Richard

Keywords: CV37,CV36,CV20,DD-762,DD-830,AVP-53

MOC TOMMY AND HOEY

Comments: MY DAD WAS A PILOT ON THE PRINCETON. NOT SURE OF WHEN HE WENT, BUT HE CAME HOME WHEN I WAS FOUR OR FIVE,ANYWHERE FROM 52 THRU 54. MY GODFATER'S WERE ROBERT THOMAS [TOMMY] AND ANOTHER PILOT I ONLY REMEMBER AS HOEY. WE LIVED IN SUNNYVALE, CA. IF ANYONE KNEW THESE PILOTS, I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM THEM. MY DAD PASSED AWAY YEARS AGO, BUT I HAVE HIS PHOTO ALBUM FROM HIS TIME ABOARD AND WOULD LOVE TO SHARE WITH ANYONE INTERESTED. THERE ARE NUMEROUS PICTURES OF THE DECK, LANDINGS AND CRASHES.

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ENS Francis Edward Painter MIA

Comments: I am looking for anyone who knew my uncle ENS Francis Edward Painter who was shot down in May 1953 over the Sea OF Japan. Would like to know who his wingman was on that mission, would like to know what he was like. Please reply if you have any info. Thanks Lorriane Painter Fleenor

Keywords: USS Princeton 1953

Looking for R-division shipmates

Comments: I served aboard Princeton LPH-5, from 1963-1966, looking for any and all R-Division personel. I am married now, 4 boys,6 grandchildren,would love to hear from any old shipmates.

Keywords: I was a damagecontrolman in R-division

My Father Was on the Priceton LPH-5

Comments: My Father, Samuel S. Todd, served aboard the U.S.S. Princeton '68 to '70 and was the Food Service Officer. He was a Supply Corps Warrant Officer. He currently resides in Henderson Nevada and retired from the Navy in 1975 after 31 years as a CWO-3. He can be reached at metsam@prodigy.net. He would love to hear from old shipmates.

Steve Todd HM1(AC), USN (Ret)

Keywords: Food Service Officer

Photog

Comments: I was aboard the Princeton as an Aerial Photog 3rd in the AO Division from late 1952 till sometime in 1953 when the ship was drydocked in Bremerton WA and was transferred to Anacostia Naval Photographic Center in Wash DC.

I have a copy of the cruise book covering the period to when the Korean war ended and would be happy to research it for anyone with specific requests.

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Looking for shipmates

Comments: I served aboard the Princeton (CVS37/ LPH5) from mid '58 to mid '60 in the evaporators,if you remember me, York,Fn/ En3 please contact me.I would like to hear from all of you. Also,I served at Tounge pt.Columbia River Group,Astoria Oregon '56-'58. Was in San Diego boot camp Co.326 in the summer of '56. Eddie York

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Shipmates?

Comments: I was on the Sweet Pea right out of boot camp in San Diego from 12/50 til discharge after the truce was signed in 5/54. anyone out there know me? Would love to get E-Mails from any and all old friends from my division. Any of you F4U or F9F pilots out there, I probably put the fuses on your bombs that you dropped.

Keywords: Aviation Ordnance, 1950-1954

Looking for a navy buddy

Comments: Trying to find Frank Mesaros who served with me as an AEM3 with vf-871 from October,1950 to October,1951. Frank was from the Chicago area and a reservest.

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Comments: VC-61

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Ralph L. Parker

Comments: My grandfather Ralph L. Parker served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Princeton during the Korean War. He was a parachute rigger.

I just wanted to know if anyone knew him. I have a stack of WWII and Korean war 8mm. film that he took aboard the ship. Would anyone have any interest in these old films? or know of a museam that might be interested in them?

Kevin Myers Lancaster, PA

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'WORLD WAR STORIES' BOOK IN PROGRESS

Comments: Good Day Veterans, I am in the process of writing my second book by gathering "war stories" from the 20th century for a book I will include them in entitled "World War Stories--Human Accounts in Times of War". These accounts will include soldier and civilian, man, woman and child from all nations to tell a story of humanity from a global perspective. If you are interested, please e-mail me (John W. Haug, M.A.): equality7252112@yahoo.com and I will be glad to send you more information on how you can participate. I look forward to hearing from you. Included will be a Korean War vet from the USS Princeton--Merle Mulligan-- whose son is a very good friend of mine. Thank You.

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John William Crawley - 1946

Comments: I am the granddaughter and daughter of John William Crawley. I am trying to find information regarding the USS RENO and USS PRINCETON for him, while he is living. I also very much would like to find mates that served with him and have them make contact. Since he does not have email; my email address can be used. Thank you. Linda and Pam Moore

Keywords: John William Crawley served on the USS RENO 02-24-1945 as a 2nd. CL Gunman; then went on the USS Princeton until discharge 03-29-46. From Gretna Virginia at the time.

Looking for Shipmates

Comments: Looking for OJ Kendle(Kindle)from Jacksonville,FL, F. Lee Murphy from Liberty,SC, and Bobby Wilson from Denison,TX.

Keywords: BM 3 aboard 1951-1954

Attack Sqd. 14A

Comments: I served as Naval Aviator Aboard Princeton CV 37 late 45 and 46.We operated mainly from Guam, Saipan, China and Japan areas. Would like to know if anyone remembers TBM Attack Sqd. 14Able.

Keywords: CAG-Doiser Lt Commander Humphry Tallman Lt Healy-- Lt. Freeman-Lt. Scorza

Served on Princeton Aug. 1950 - Sept. 51

Comments: Looking for shipmates. Please let me hear from you. Still in New Orleans!

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USS PRINCETON CAG-19-X-STAFF

Comments: Wouldn't have traded this once in a life-time opportunity for anything. Still with the US Navy League

Keywords: Staff CAG-19-X Also Worked with Lt. Terrill on the LSO Platform Counting arresting wires hit. I was LCDR L.W. Chicks Aide. Also Air Crew Combat

Looking for shipmates

Comments: Hope to hear from anyone who served in the arresting gear division,from Bremerton to Korea and back to San Diego

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lost ship mate-ralph e. williams

Comments: i just would like to fine my ship mate.

Keywords: uss princeton cv37 1950-1952- 4th. div.

OR Division -Looking for a Friend

Comments: I'm trying to locate two guys that served with me between 1950-54: Rick (Richard) Dow and Ed Knott

Keywords: Served on Princeton 1950-54 in OR/Radio Communications

OR Division -Looking for a Friend

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Russell Lear

Comments: I am looking for anyone who knew my uncle, Russell Jackson Lear. He was shot down on April 28, 1953. The family has never heard any details about what happened. Please contact me if you have any information about this or if you even knew him. He was shot down before I was born and I would like to learn all I can. Thanks.

Keywords: Unit - FTR SQ 154 USS Princeton

Ship's History - Korean War Service

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USS PRINCETON (CVA-37)

“She launched 248 sorties against targets in the Hagaru area to announce her arrival..... to support marines fighting their way down the long, cold road from the Chosin Reservoir to Hungnam”

Displacement: 33,000 t. Length: 888' Beam: 93' Extreme Width: 147'6" Draft: 28'7" Speed: 33 k. Complement: 3,448 Armament: 12 5"; 44 40mm; 59 20mm Aircraft: 80+ Class: Essex

Reactivated with the outbreak of hostilities in Korea fifteen months later, Princeton recommissioned 28 August 1950. Intensive training refreshed her reservist crew and on 5 December she joined TF 77 off the Korean coast, her planes and pilots (Air Group 19) making possible the reinstitution of jet combat air patrols over the battle zone. She launched 248 sorties against targets in the Hagaru area to announce her arrival, and for the next six days continued the pace to support marines fighting their way down the long, cold road from the Chosin Reservoir to Hungnam. By the 11th, all units had reached the staging area on the coast. Princeton's planes, with other Navy, Marine, and Air Force squadrons, then covered the evacuation from Hungnam through its completion on the 24th.

Interdiction missions followed and by 4 April Princeton's planes had rendered 54 rail and 37 highway bridges inoperable and damaged 44 more. In May, they flew against the railroad bridges connecting Pyongyang with Sunchon, Sinanju, Kachon, and the trans peninsula line. Next, they combined close air support with raids on power sources in the Hwachon Reservoir area and, with the stabilization of the front there, resumed interdiction. For much of the summer they pounded supply arteries, concentrat ing on highways, and in August Princeton got underway for the United States, arriving at San Diego on the 21st.

Eight months later, on 30 April 1952, Princeton rejoined TF 77 in the combat zone. For 138 days her planes flew against the enemy. They sank small craft to prevent the recapture of offshore islands; blasted concentrations of supplies, facilities , and equipment behind enemy lines, participated in air-gun strikes on coastal cities, pounded the enemy's hydroelectric complex at Suiho on the Yalu to turn off power on both sides of that river, destroyed gun positions and supply areas in Pyongyang and closed mineral processing plants and munitions factories at Sindok, Musan, Aoji, and Najin.

Reclassified CVA-37 (1 October 1952), Princeton returned to California 3 November for a two month respite from the western Pacific. In February 1953, she was back off the Korean coast and until the end of the conflict launched planes for close air support, "Cherokee" strikes against supply, artillery, and troop concentrations in enemy territory, and against road traffic. She remained in the area after the truce, 27 July, and on 7 September got underway for San Diego.

USS Princeton received 8 battle stars for service during the Korean Conflict.

From: DICTIONARY OF AMERICAN NAVAL FIGHTING SHIPS

Keywords: CHOSIN RESERVOIR, TF 77, AIR GROUP 19, HAGARU, HUNGNAM, CHEROKEE STRIKES,

Thomas Biesterveld MIA

Comments: looking for information on my uncle; Thomas Biesterveld.

He served on Uss Princeton navy- shot down 1950 in Korea- MIA.

He was shot down shortly after I was born and we never really found out what happened. I did talk to a dear friend of mine named Jim McRoberts (army) who was a POW for about three years. Jim said that he met Tom in one of the camps and that he was badly burned and probably could not have survived.

Ed Note: Member of VF 193 Squadron and per DPMO died in a POW Camp.

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crew

Comments: PRINCETON CVS37

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Book underway

Comments: I AM ATTEMPTING TO WRITE A BOOK ABOUT THE AIRCRAFT CARRIER U.S.S VALLEY FORGE CV-45 DURING THE FIRST 6 MONTHS OF THE KOREAN WAR. CONTACT WITH MEMBERS OF THE CREW FOR INFORMATION WILL SURE HELP.

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Ed Buckman - Electronics Tech

Comments: MEMBER OF CHOSIN FEW/ SERVED ABOARD USS PRINCETON CV37

VF-193 NOV. 5TH 1950 FIRST STRIKE TILL MAY 1951.

ELECTRONICS TECH 3RD CLASS

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