Comments: thrift store find!

i am an army veteran, born in the 60's. i have several family members who served in the USN. i have a cruise book, from this ship, med cruise 53-54. it apparently belonged to the vs-31 squadron ops officer LT R C Praetch( LATER LCDR) , b 10 aug 18, d. 13 may 98,R.I.P. (according to the social security admin.) it contains two 8x10 unbound silver print photos: an unknown aerial shot of some landscape, plus an aerial shot of a prop plane with NAS SQUANTUM painted on it. and a group photo of some pilots. i might part with it if someone has a scanner to share the images with others. i don't have one. praetch lived in yarmouth, MA and i live in boston. please feel free to write with questions. this book is really great. i have seen a CDROM of it on eBay.

Keywords: USS SIBONEY CVE-112 MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE 1953-1954 BOOK, LT R.C. PRAETSCH VS-31

Comments: I was decorated on this ship and pictures were takenl I would like a copy.

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E-Mail addr. change

Comments: E-Mail addr. change

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SIBONEY MEMORABILIA

Comments: I HAVE PHOTOS CRUISE BOOKS, AND OTHER STUFF FROM SIBONEY TO SHARE WITH ANY INTERESTED CREW MEMBERS.

Keywords: company 42 newport ,ri ,naval air transport squadron 6 btu 2 saufley field pennsacoola fl

Looking for shipmates

Comments: I was a Fireman Apprentice on the Siboney from the spring of 1953 to the spring of 1954. I was known as "Ski". I was the guy who made the drinking water in the engine room. I am looking to reminisce with anyone who served with me. I remember Jones,Pfieffer and Growl. (Please pardon my spelling!) Also spent time with the baker, Mike Pitek. I hope to hear from some old shipmates.

Keywords: Nickname: Ski, Jones, Growl or Graul, Pfieffer, Mike Pitek

Comments: Correction - Sorry, It was the USS West Point that sailed into Pier 88 NYC Feb. 1946 via the Panama Canal. Her memory isn't what it use to be, but she remembers Ricky!

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USS Siboney CVE 112

Comments: Does anyone out there remember a seaman named "Ricky"? He and my mom (Edith Dear) shared the ride from the Phillipines to NY via the Panama Canal Dec. 1944.

Keywords: Edith from Worcester, MA

looking for my dads buddies

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Keywords: looking for anybody who knew my dad.he was from glens falls ny.born 1929.thanks!

Decoration Ceremony 4/13/1945

Comments: My uncle Don has asked me to try and find the commemorative booklet he was given on April 13, 1945 that has a picture of him receiving his decoration from Capt. Ring aboard the USS Siboney (CVE112). There was also a larger picture taken that day. It would mean the world to him (and to me as the family historian). He was decorated for his service as a pharmacy mate assigned to the Marines during WWII. I recently wrote a story of his service. I hope to hear from someone.

Michelle Rickard Everett, WA

Keywords: Don B. Torgerson, PHM1/C, USS Siboney CVE112, 1945

Mystery Picture found

Comments: I have a photo of 107 enlisted men holding a small banner with the number "112". Etched in the photo are the words " April 4, 1945" and the name "J.H. Biewener, 5p (A) 1/c" for years I was told this was my father's unit but he would have only been 15 in 1945 so I am trying to get the photo to anyone who it may hold meaning - I have no idea where it came from but my Aunt tells me she got it from my father - so something does not add up.

I hope the photo can find a home where it willl be treasured.

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Shipmates

Comments: Served vi v2 divisions 1952-56.

Its time to have a JOE BREAK with old shipmates

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address /e-mail correction

Comments: Upgrading address,E-mail & ph#

Keywords: U.S.S.Siboney CVE112

uss siboney plank owners

Comments: My Dad Alfred Leo Rivet ("slim") served during the Korean War in the Med on the USS Siboney aircraft carrier. He joked that his job was to put up the captain's antenna when in port and take it down when leaving port and he did a bang up job guarding the trash cans on the dock. He took movies from some hidden compartment on the deck of landings and take-offs and of seamen carrying bombs back and forth and of the french and Italian countryside and the riviera and Gilbratar from the ship. He had a plank owner certificate framed and on the wall in our den forever. He was so proud of that and we would sit for hours and look at it and I remember the mermaids and the part about Davy Jones Locker. He passed in 1990 but he also spoke fondly of that time and the men he served with. Does anyone remember him?

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USS SIBONEY - VMF-225

Comments: My father (PFC. Jeff Gamble) served aboard the Siboney in 1947 as an basic aviation mechanic with VMF-225 (Corsairs) Squadron. He was on a carribean cruise to Cuba. I would like to hear from any shipmates and Marines that served during that time.

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O-I DIVISION JAN 53 TO JAN 55

Comments: Thrown off the bridge as a telephone talker from CIC , for tapping Commander Sternleib on the shoulder as to what to do with all the info sent from CIC to the bridge. The same day I was to make 8 O'clock reports and I went to the hanger deck at 8 o'clock and I found out You make 8 O'clock reports at 1700. Lt Stierwalt was mighty upset, he told shapeup or ship out.

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Electronics Tech '52-'55

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Somerville H S

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Persian Gulf Cruise

Comments: would like to here from ship mates who served with me during the persian gulf cruise and med cruise 1948- 49

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LOOKING FOR

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shipmate search

Comments: trying to locate names /addresses of the gang on the hanger deck in V2 div .shakedown to gitmo,Haiti,Jamacai,Med cruise (2)

Keywords: Sarge ,bill peabody

Looking for shipmates

Comments: I'm looking for shipmates of my father Harold Metso who served aboard CVE SIBONEY 112 1945-46.

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USS SIBONEY CVE112

Comments: I'm looking for shipmates that served aboard the Siboney in "B" division from 1952 to 1956. Iworked in the after fire room and in the oil shack. I would appreciate hearing from some old shipmates.

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Looking for radio shack shipmates '52-54

Comments: Looking for Ronald Beach, especially. We kept in contact for a period after leaving the Navy. Wonder what happened to him ... and the others of the Communications Dept. from '52 to '54. I'd like to take another cruise on the old "Sea Bunny" again. Lots of good memories.

Keywords: Beach, Sternthal, "Rip" Dunbar, radio shack

CVE 112 Plank owners

Comments: My father served on the Siboney right after it was built, and I believe that may have put him on the first crew. His name is Jim Empting. Served under Capt. Ring. All through my childhood he would tell me of being a plank owner of his ship, and that when the ship was set out to pasture, he was supposed to get a plank. The ship has been scrapped for a long time now and I was wondering if he was acually supposed to get a plank, or if that just allows him to just say that he is a plank owner. I have seen his certificate that says he is a plank owner but I can't seem to find any information on this subject. Also if there is anyone that remembers Dad it would be nice to hear from you.

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looking for other shipmates

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Keywords: my father was on the siboney in 1955, his name was bobby hensley, he was an e-3, helicopter utility squadron two (hu-2), he said that he spent most of his time in cuba and turkey,he is from greeneville tn, if any one remembers him please contact me, he past away in august of this year, and im just trying to find someone who may have knew him, he was in the v-1 divison, air department

Uss Siboney

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Keywords: Looking for shipmates from1954 to day of decomissioning I think 1957.

USS Siboney (CVE-112)

Comments: My grandfather, Richard "Dick" Tubbesing, passed away last week. He was an EM2 and was stationed on the Siboney in the 50's at some point. I have seen the exact dates but don't have them on hand. I am active duty Coast Guard, a Marine Science Technician 2nd Class out of Louisville, Ky. I am trying to put something together for my mom and grandmother about the Siboney, and really have no info as of this point. Any information, pictures, literature that I can get would be gratly appreciated.

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can anyone help?

Comments: My dad, Edmund Long served on the Siboney some time during the late forties and was discharged January of 1950. Does anyone remember him? He passed away 2002, and used to tell great stories about the navy. I am putting an album together in honor of my Dad, and am trying to find a picture of the Siboney. Can anyone help me?

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CVE-112 Plank Owners

Comments: My grandfather was a plank owner on the 2nd Siboney, CVE-112. I am desperately looking for someone who might know Robert Winright. Please contact srice@birchrunexpos.com

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1947-48 CVE-112

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ANYONE FROM 'X' DIV. ABOARD SIBONEY '52 THRU'53

Comments: Looking to contact anyone in X Div 1952 - 1953

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U.S.S. Siboney Plank Owner

Comments: I served from 1950-1954. I was Boatswain Mate 3rd Class in charge of port, starboard sides and fantail also Aft. fueling station. I would be happy to hear from anyone who remembers me.

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was in the boiler room

Comments: You should remember me- I pumped oil over a few times.. I have written a book YOU'LL NEVER BELIEVE IT" yES that's the name of it but if you knew me then you will believe it.. I have pictures of the Siboney in the book- friends Denby Owens, ...Socheck.. .Smity..Chief Smith...Dax..Greene...Foster...Thimish

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aboard sept. 53-55

Comments: also friends with john pulice who dug the band and hung around the barber shop

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Message 18675 Jim Hindorff

Comments: Jim: If you get this I am Bill McCormick who was an ENS and LTJG on the SIB from April '52 to Dec '54. I was always hanging around your signal bridge with Joe Dziuba, Paul Healey, Bob Wilson, and the rest, drinking coffee and goofing off. It would be great to hear from you and about some of the others. Best to you, Bill

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USS SIBONEY CVE 112

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Looking for info

Comments: My father Nathan was aboard the USS Siboney around 1951,52,53 and/or 54. He said he doesn't remember the exact dates. He was mainly on the hanger deck with maintainence and was an elevator operator for the flight deck. The only name that he gave me that he really could remember was Jim Tate. I really would like for someone that may remember my father to contact him at the address that I have provided. I would also like for someone to provide my email address with any info possible. I'd like to put a scrapbook of Dad's service together ..Thanks for any help. Gaye Bias 518 Raven Pt. Rd. Danville. wv 25053

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Served aboard

Comments: Best trip I liked was to Spain and Madrid.Wish I could get in touch with so many friends on Board the Old Seabunny.

Keywords: Was ET3 on board from 4/52 until 12/6/55 Remember best friend Troy Bland from Texas also Ken Shriver Nebraska,Burke Bristol Pa. and many more.The good times in the med.And trips to Plymouth Eng.Portsmouth Eng side trip to London.

SIGNALMEN/QUARTERMASTERS

Comments: SERVED ABOARD 8/48 TO 8/49 AS A SIGNALMAN

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A DIVISION MEMBERS 1955-56

Comments: Have been able to locate Yassi and Grimes. Would be great to hear from A, MM, & BT division. Was a great ship. We de- commisioned it in Phillt at the end of 1956. Made 2 Carribbean & 2 Med. cruises aboard Siboney. Were best times of my life.

Keywords: Old crew members; Eloy Yassi, Domonic Morruzzi,Jack Grimes,Tom Murray, and all from 1955-56 time period.

Radar Operators ?

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LOOKING FOR V1 AIR DIVISON SHIPMATES

Comments: Looking for anyone on the flight deck from 1951-1953. V1, V2, V3. Does anyone know what happened to Donald M Conway from Massachusetts. and Joe Meyers from Wisconsin? I got on the ship just after the shakedown cruise at GITMO, then went to the Med. and Halifax NS. The later part of '52 was stationed VP34 Trinidad BWI until Oct '54

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LOOKING FOR V1 AIR DIVISON SHIPMATES

Comments: Looking for anyone on the flight deck from 1951-1953. V1, V2, V3. Does anyone know what happened to Donald M Conway from Massachusetts. and Joe Meyers from Wisconsin? I got on the ship just after the shakedown cruise at GITMO, then went to the Med. and Halifax NS. The later part of '52 was stationed VP34 Trinidad BWI until Oct '54

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Reunions?

Comments: Looking for the fellows from E devision.

Keywords: USS Siboney 1953/57

looking for shipmates

Comments: looking for robert henfling or other people from v-3 division aboard in 1955-1956.

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Jim Flanagan

Comments: Looking for old shipmates.

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serve 54 & 55?

Comments: looking for anyone serving in 54 & 55 on board CVE112.

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e-mail update

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shipserviceman 2 laundry ,barber shop

Comments: anyone remembers us contact me asap

Keywords: siboney had a band 1952-1954 played during chow hung out at the barber shop with mike tailor shop w/john

Finding the 1st Siboney

Comments: I'm trying to write a history of the ships I was on between 1938 and 1955. My memory seems to be lacking. The only research information I can find on the Siboney is on the CVE 112, which says is the "second" Siboney. If that means that there is a first Siboney, then I might have been on that one. Can anyone give me any information on the first Siboney?

Keywords: I joined in 1934 and was on the Cincinnatti, Wyoming, Madison, Santa Fe, Flint, Vincennes, Quincy, Whitley, Pocono

Looking for Shipmates 1951-1954

Comments: Served in Avaition Armory (V-3 Division) from 1951 to 1954 when ship went into Philly shipyard. Was on 4 or 5 Med cruises. Would like to contact others serving during this time

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Searching for 2nd Division shipmates 1952-1956

Comments: My Dad is looking for former shipmates that were in Division 2 aboard the Siboney from 1952-1956.

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Searching for 2nd Division shipmates 1952-1956

Comments: My Dad is looking for former shipmates that were in Division 2 aboard the Siboney from 1952-1956.

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Searching for 2nd Division shipmates 1952-1956

Comments: My Dad is looking for former shipmates that were in Division 2 aboard the Siboney from 1952-1956.

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Aboard Sept, 25 1950 to June 1952

Comments: Interested in finding persons who served aboard Seboney in Philidelphia during recommissioning 1950. whereabouts of Alexander Simon or other shipmates, officers on board.

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USS Siboney (CVE-112)shipmates

Comments: I am looking for anyone that served with my uncle, Steve (Stephen)Sorba who was a CPO on the Siboney. I know that he was on board at least 1948-1949. He died on Dec. 15, 1949 at Philadelphia Naval Hospital at the age of 32 after a short illness. Simoney was docking at Philadelpia. He was a big stocky guy with blue eyes and burns on both arms from previous naval encounter. Any information on Steve Sorba or Siboney would be greatly appreciated!

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Served 1951-1953

Comments: 'HIGGY'

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Looking for Shipmates

Comments: Served aboard the Sibo 1947-1948. Made the Med cruise delivering planes to Turkey in May, 1948. Remember Jack Digges, Ed Brennan, P.R. Spikes, Rodenheiser, Sherman Yates, and Bob Pfeifer. Remember liberty in Tangiers in '48. Gitmo and Cerveza Hatuey beer (when the indian turns and looks at you with both eyes, you've had too much).

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Fathers Mentor, U.S.S. Siboney

Comments: My father spoke recently of his mentor on the Siboney, one Raymond Garcia who was aboard 1948-49. Just wonder what he is up to.

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Looking for Shipmates

Comments: Anyone who remembers YN3 David Greene, or has any news about CDR McDaniel (with fighter squadron) please contact me. I'm trying to put together a surprise Siboney memory package for my father.

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FELLOW SHIPMATES------1944-1945

Comments: Looking for anyone that served on the Siboney during 1944 & 1945---especially William Obley

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IS THERE A REUNION ?

Comments: On board from 1953to1956

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onboard 6/51-6/55

Comments: My rank was AM/3cl. I served aboard the Siboney from 6-51 to 6-55 and then was discharged. I remember Harry Glover from Pittsburg,Pa, Tommy Bagget from Louisianna, Dave Chapnick from Queens,N.Y.

Keywords: Nickname was either Jim or Jeb.

1955 Machinistmate

Comments: Looking for old shipmates.

Keywords: Nickname: Skip Friends: William Smith, Robert Brebham, ? Roy,

CVE 112 V-3 Division

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Help Me Search

Comments: My Father-in-law, Buddie A. Conway of Richton, Mississippi served on board the Siboney from 1945 until 1947. He served in the commissary supply store. He celebrates his 75th birthday next week and has recently spoke of his Siboney and one fellow shipmate in particular. I am looking for MR. KENNETH HASTINGS who also served during the 1945-1947 time period. I recently did a search and wrote to 17 "Kenneth Hastings" across the country, but had no luck finding him. Can someone tell me how to go through the Navy to search for Mr. Hastings. Anyone who can give me any assistance in finding Mr. Hastings would be greatly appreciated. In addition, anyone who might have known my father-in-law, please contact me.

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any Quartermasters out there?

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information

Comments: My father served on her in 1945 to 1945. He passed on in 1993. His name was William (Bill) T. Walker. At the time he was 17 and 18 years old. If anyone knew him I like to hear from them. At the time he was a seaman. James R. Walker

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HI---JOHN MATTESON RM 2

Comments: Always wondwered what happened to my old mates on the Siboney. We won at the battles at GTMO. "{one eyed indian"was our favorite brew. I recall Lester Stauffer RM1/2 Tom Freeman RM1, Lt. Herndon.Was on the ship from 1952-1955.

Was always nice when we had the "flag" aboard as we always got pier space as SOPA.Spent a lot of time at Paul's Bar just outside the main gate at Norfolk.

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Last Cruise

Comments: I was on the last cruise to the Med in 1956. Went to Phila. Ship out of commission. Looking for Robert Walker from VA; Hewitt from TN; Blaze from OH and Huffman from FL. Thank you. R. B. McFadden, AN

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USS Siboney CVE 112

Comments: Was on Siboney as member of M div and worked on evaporators in after engine room after a stint mess cooking. Came aboard on shakedown in Mar 55 and was aboard for subsequent midshipman cruise.

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Reunions?

Comments: I was on board during the early 50s.

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Comments: would love to hear from any of my former shipmates from the hanger deck.my E-M addr: traditionalbluegrass@hotmail.com

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Comments: Bill Peabody AMM from NY

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searching for airdivision shipmates

Comments: I served on board the "sea bunny" from 1952-54 as an ADAN in the hanger deck crew.Wewere known as the "Galloping Ghost of the Va.Coast".We did a shakedown in 52 to gitmo,on the way back to Norfolk we had liberty in Kingston,Port of Prince and went by Siboney Bch.We went to the Med in 53 and were in Eng,Fra,Port,Lisb,Alger.Izmir,Athens.Naples also an Island in the Atlantic close to Europe.That's about all I can remember of the 1st trip.The 2nd and 3rd were basically the same.Ileft her in Oct.54 and was discharged on Oct.15. We were awarded the Navy "E".we were also the flagship on the last cruise.I enjoyed my tour of duty while onboard.

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information on B- division oct-1950 toaug-1951

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CVE112 - Siboney Plank Owners

Comments: My Grandfather was a plank owner aboard the 2nd Siboney CVE-112. I have obtained pictures of the ship from the national archives, even 16mm video footage of helicopter manuvers on the ship. I am looking for other plank owners that might know him. Please reply to : rice.robert@TCI.com

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Ship's History - Korean War Service

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USS SIBONEY (CVE-112)

Displacement: 23,100 t. (full load) Length: 557’1” Beam: 75’ Extreme Width: 105’2” Draft: 31’ Speed: 19.1 k. Complement: 1,076 Armament: 2 5”; 36 40mm Class: COMMENCEMENT BAY

“...in the Mediterranean with North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) units.”

The outbreak of war in Korea, in June 1950, brought a need for more combat ships, and SIBONEY was returned to an active status on 22 November 1950.

The carrier put to sea on 2 February 1951 and was assigned a home port in Norfolk. From 27 February to 10 April, she carried out extensive training exercises in the Guantanamo Bay area. She operated in Canadian waters in July and, from September to 14 November, in the Mediterranean with North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) units.

SIBONEY participated in evaluation tests and carrier qualifications of versions of AD and F4U aircraft in January 1952. She also tested the new concept of vertical landings, using Marine helicopters. The ship was modernized at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard and rejoined the fleet on 20 January 1953.

After training in the Caribbean, she operated in the Atlantic with a hunter-killer group until August. From 16 September to 1 December 1953, SIBONEY was again deployed with the 6th Fleet.

From: DICTIONARY OF AMERICAN NAVAL FIGHTING SHIPS

Keywords: MEDITERRANEAN, NATO, HELICOPTERS, 6TH FLEET,