looking for wasp radiomen 1951 to 1955

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Obituary - Robert Angelo Cicero Sr. - served on the USS Wasp

Comments: The following obituary was published in the Glens Falls (NY) Post Star. HUDSON FALLS -- Robert Angelo Cicero Sr., 67, of Chestnut Street, passed away surrounded by his loving family at his home after a valiant 10-year battle with cancer on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2009.

Born on March 3, 1942, in Fort Edward, he was the son of the late Angelo and Carmela (Bucolo) Cicero.

Bob was a 1960 Fort Edward High School graduate.

Following high school, Bob enlisted in the U.S Navy. He served on the USS WASP. His continued patriotism showed in his memberships to the USS Wasp Reunion Group and the Hudson Falls American Legion Post No.574.

On Oct. 14, 1961, Bob married Carol (Caruso) at St. Joseph Church, Fort Edward.

Bob was employed by the New York State Department of Corrections for 25 years, retiring in 1992.

He was an active communicant of St. Joseph Church, Fort Edward, where he was a member of the Fort Edward council No. 336 Knights of Columbus. Bob had a deep faith in the Blessed Mother, was very devout in his prayer of the rosary and enjoyed pilgrimages to the shrines of Marmora, St. Anne De Beaupre in Canada, and Medjugorie in Bosnia.

Bob loved to spend time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed his daily trips to Seeleys Restaurant to be with his family and friends.

Bob enjoyed horse racing and visiting casinos; owning several harness horses that raced at the Saratoga Harness Track. He was a die-hard New York Yankees fan and supported the New York Giants, Knicks and Syracuse sports teams as well.

Besides his parents, he also was predeceased by his brother, Joseph Cicero, his sister, Domenica Turco, his two nephews, Joseph and John Montello, his niece, Cindy Carpenter, his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Charles and Susie Caruso, his sister-in-law, Lita Caruso, his two brothers-in-law, Anthony Caruso and Bernard Curtis and his aunt, Anna Choppy.

Survivors besides his wife of 47 years include his children: Carmel Sue Cowan and her husband, Andrew, of West Boylston, Mass., Mary Margaret Randall and her husband, Timothy, of Jermyn, Pa., Carol Lynn Davis and her husband, Shane, of Hudson Falls, and Robert A. Cicero Jr. and his wife, Heather, of Fort Edward; his grandchildren: Timothy J. Randall Jr. and his wife, Crystle, of West Lafayette, Ind., Daniel Randall of Jermyn, Pa., Susan and Melissa Cowan of West Boylston, Mass., Nicholas and Cory Davis of Glens Falls, Casey and Laura Cicero of Fort Edward, and Audrey Lynn Davis of Hudson Falls; his great-granddaughter, Arianna Randall of West LaFayette, Ind.; his siblings: Mary Curtis of Fort Edward, Sebastian Cicero and his wife, Molly, of Queensbury, and Angela Cicero Viele and her husband, David, of Hudson Falls; his sisters-in-law, Theresa Cicero of Indiana and Shirley Caruso of Hudson Falls; his brothers-in-law, John Turco of Fairfield, Ohio, Jerry Caruso and his wife, Joan, of Hudson Falls, Charles Caruso of Fort Edward and Robert Caruso and his wife, Linda, of Gansevoort; as well as many beloved nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2009, at the M.B. Kilmer Funeral Home, 82 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828. For online condolences and to view the book of memories, please visit at www.kilmerfuneralhome.com.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009, at St. Joseph Church, 164 Broadway, Fort Edward with the Rev. Thomas Babiuch, pastor, officiating.

The Rite of Committal with full military honors will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Fort Edward.

Donations may be made in Bobs memory to St. Joseph Church, 164 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828, or to the Hudson Falls American Legion Post No. 574, 72 Pearl St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or to Washington County Hospice, 415 Lower Main St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

The family wished to extend a special and sincere thank you to Dr. Marc S. Ernstoff and his staff at the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Memorial Hospital, Norris Cotton Cancer Center.

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Did you know Dan Reardon AOAN USS Wasp CVA-18 1953

Comments: I'm looking for anyone who served with my father Daniel Reardon AOAN on the USS WASP CVA-18 around 1953. My dad passed away in 1995 and subsequently my wife and I had two boys who are now 7 and 3. I realized that I don't have a heck of a lot of info for them when it comes to Grampa's service. Anybody out there that could help I would greatly appreciate .Thanks for your time and especially for your service. Most Sincerely Mark Reardon

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O.I. Div., USS Wasp, 1954-1955

Comments: It would be good to hear from any shipmates from the Wasp.

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Retired on Wasp 1975

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Where Are you

Comments: Trying to locate Patrick Martin Russell from Azuza Ca he also was in the 2nd Div

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USS WASP Association contact

Comments: I am trying to find a contact person with the USS Wasp Association. Could someone please forward me this information.

Thank You!

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searching

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Keywords: Looking for information William (BILL)Comer a friend who was on the U.S.S Wasp in the 50s,also looking for any information on my dad who was in the navy his name was GEORGE W.Pickard he was also a seabee.

Looking for an old shipmste.

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Keywords: My father served on the USS Wasp as a BoilermanII from 1955 to -1957. His name is Robert Irvin Smith. He is 75 now and widowed, and a little lonley. I thought maybe if he re-conected with some one from the Wasp it might fill a void for him. I also Have all his navypapers and 1 picture taken at the U.S. nav. Tra center in San Diego, California on January 9, 1953 with co.comd'r L.W.Woodall B T I and Petty officers. Would be interested in knowing some of the others names etc. They are holding a flag with the numbers 869.

USS WASP (CV-18) - Craig Rothhammer wrote:

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You wrote:

"After transiting the Panama Canal and crossing the Pacific......"

When the WASP was converted in Brooklyn Navy Yard, new gun sponsons for her 5"-54 caliber guns were installed on both sides of its hull. The Panama Canal locks are only 110 feet wide, so the WASP could no longer go through the locks. The WASP transited the Suez Canal in order to reach Japan.

Sincerely,

BUBBLEHEAD BOB

Keywords: USS WASP collision with USS HOBSON

Edward B. Ballard

Comments: My grandfather, Radio Communicator, Ed Ballard, was on the WASP when it sank (not sure of exact details as he never really liked to talk about it) but I would love to hear from shipmates, family members of shipmates, or those who knew him and other stories. Thanks in advance, a loving granddaughter, Carla

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Looking for John (Jack) O'Brien

Comments: I am lookiing for former shipmate, John (Jack) O'Brien from Brooklyn N.Y. We were on the Wasp (V-2 Div) along with Sam Panciroli the night of the collison with the U.S.S. Hobson. The three of us went from Bainbridge to NATTC Jacksonville to NATTC Millington, TN for Aviation Machinist school and then aboard the Wasp... Jack was a very good basketball player and he played on the Wasp Basketball Team that had 45 wins and 2 losses.

Keywords: U.S.S. Wasp, U.S.S. Hobson, Sammy, Power Jeeps, V-2 Div. Hoops

lost patch

Comments: Looking for a copy of this patch i lost from a dear friend of mine Frank Cafferty Seattle WA.I would like to buy an original or photo copy for reference.Cost not important.I can't loose his best memories.Thank You

Keywords: uss wasp world cruise 1953 korea task force 77

USS WASP CVS-18 V-4 DIV 68-69

Comments: I was assigned aboard the USS Wasp CVS-18 during 68-69, in V-4 Division (Aviation Fuels). The V-4 Division Officer was Lt. M.R. McNee, and I am searching for any of my shipmates who were aboard the Wasp at that time. I have two cruisebooks, one of which is the 25th anniversary edition, for the ships company. Contact me via e-mail at: gekernaghan@yahoo.com . I'd especially like to hear from Hugo Herold, C.L. Ward, Frank Wardell, R.D. Jones, or the Van Dett brothers.

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Daughter of Patrick H deck

Comments: My Dad served on the Wasp during the Korean War. His name is Patrick H Deck, he was a gunners mate. If anyone knew him, and would like to share some stories with his daughter I would love to hear them. Thank you, Jenny Holford

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korea1952 wasp hobson collision apr.26

Comments: any hobson survivors recall darkend ship maneuvers & comments arguments on bridge ??? 170 men lost .memorial @ charleston..sc..

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Searching for old (CV 18) USS Wasp.

Comments: My Daddy served with the US Marine detachment on the USS Wasp from 1952 to late 1953.I am trying to find a model of the old CV-18.Can someone please give me some information concerning this matter. I am also looking to find a model (1/48 scale) of the old Royal Navy Blackburn Buccaneer. This aircraft flew with the fleet airarm of the Royal Navy from 1958 to 1978.I would surely appreciate some assistance. And last but not least I am also trying to find a model of the old HMS Ark Royal (the slant deck carrier) and a model of the USS John F. Kennedy. If anyone has any information please let me know.Thank you very much.

Keywords: USS Saratoga , HMS Ark Royal(old slant deck carrier) F-4 Phantoms , A-4 Skyhawk , F-8 Crusader , F4U Corsair , AD Skyraider , S-2 Buccaneer , (Royl Navy).And USS John F. Kennedy and old CV-18 USS Wasp.Also I was in the TET offensive of early 1968. My unit was Co.I 3/9 3Rd. Marine Division , Okinawa.

LOOKING FOR ( SAM ) Q.J. CARRIGY., SN

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Keywords: SAM CARRIGY FROM NEW YOUR, WE WHERE ON THE SAME SHIP BACK IN 1970. LOOK ME UP AGAIN FROM PAUL PULLEY

research for my dad and me

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Keywords: my granpa was on the u.s.s warp (cv18) in the 50's he die in 02 of old age . So now i am trying to learn more about the ship he was on . my dad and i know only little about the ship of what he told us, any help will be nice.

CVA-18-- after Suez until July 1955

Comments: Got off ship in Frisco July, 1955, maybe someone would remember me and send me an e-mail.

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USS WASP (CV-18) - POST TRUCE

Comments: The HOBSON was classified and named DMS-26 )Destroyer Minesweeper prior to the collison with the WASP near the Azores in the Atlantic Ocean on 4/26/52. She was no longer (DD-464). Check it out!

Also, the USS WASP left Norfolk, VA on 9/16/53 crossing the Atlantic Ocean and transiting the Suez Canal on her way to Japan. The WASP could not transit the Panama Canal, due to the recent addition of new gun sponsons for her 5"-54 cal guns mounted on port and starboard sides of the vessel. The Panama Canal locks are only 110 feet wide and WASP would never pass through the locks. Check it out!

I rode WASP during that period and have a cruise book showing WASP transiting the Suez Canal.

Respectfully,

Robert F. Marble TMCS(SS) USN (Ret)

Keywords: Collision between USS WASP (CV-18) and USS HOBSON (DMS-26)on 4/26/52.

Lookin for USS Wasp Cruise Book 1951- 1952

Comments: I am looking to replace a cruise book from the USS Wasp 1951 - 1952. My father was a Corpsman on board during those dates. Would like to obtain a copy of the book in his memory. Also if any served with hom would like to talk to.

Thanks CWO Tim Huffman USMC Ret.

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Looking for James Marino's friends

Comments: I am James Marino's widow. I'm looking for any of his friends from the Navy. THANK YOU

Keywords: Wasp, 1951-1955, Marino, James

Dinnerware my Dad gave my Mother Of USS Wasp

Comments: If anyone can help me with this wish for her I would be for ever in you debt.My father killed himself in July 99 because of his throat cancer.And that the only thing he left me,cause my voical cords and all were removed just 3 months to the day he killed himself and he never got to see but one of his Grandkids of which he has 23 now and 17 great grankids.I am his oldest Daughter and he has 3 boys.Two older brothers and one younger.He was 10 yrs older than my mother.Her name at the time was Elaine Jarman-Luna.They met in Pensacola when he was 24 and she was 14.them and another couple went to mississippi to get married.The woman was a cousin named Elvyn Eddins and she married a man that also served on the ship.So if you know anything about my father of where I can get some more of the dishes I would be deaply in your debt.

Keywords: My dads name was James William Luna.And he served on the Wasp durning the Korean War and WWII I think.But he gave my mother a service of 4 dinner plates with bread plate soup bowl cup and saucer.On the back it gives the mans name that took the snap shot of the Wasp while he was in and Air Plane.I want to know if there are anymore sets out there and if so would you be willing to part with them.

Cwers list 1943-1945

Comments: My Dad, Edward Jerome Craig was on the Wasp in the Pacific during WW II. I would like a list of cooks on the Wasp @ that time to add to family history.... Thank-you Edw.

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USS WASP CV 18

Comments: I am looking for a model of the USS WASP cv18 for my dad for Christmas. He served on the WASP in the late 50's. Please Let me know where I can find one wothout paying 1200+ for it.

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LOOKING FOR A MODEL OF THE USS WASP CV-9

Comments: Looking for a model of the USS WASP CV-9. I would like to give it to my father who served on the USS WASP CV-9 the years of 1955-1957. Also would like to hear from anyone that knew him on the USS WASP. My Father's name is Howard Engledow. He was a machinist mate 3rd class.

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O-R Div. USS Wasp CVA-18

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looking for shipmates

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Wanting to know

Comments: I am the widow of Billy Larkin Prince. He left behind a son---I am trying to build memories of a father. He will never have the honor of knowing. I found a book, while going through his things. It has the USS WASP written in it. Does any one have any picture or information on him.I would appreciate any responds. He was in the Navy in the year of 1952. This is all the information I have on him.

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SS WASP cva-18/ 1956 far east

Comments: trying to find anyone that was in my team in the mine warfare shop/ the secert six/ six div. 1955,56,57

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e mail me

Comments: was in the first div,would like to hear from c. crabb

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O-R division

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Norbit Lee McQuillen

Comments: Did you know my dad? He was on the Wasp when it collided with the Hobson. Please share any information and pictures.

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Norbit Lee McQuillen

Comments: Machinist Mate, served on USS Wasp (CVA-18), USS Tarawa (CV-40) and USS Cabot (CVL-28), Nicknames were "Mac" or "Nub" from Louisville, KY, Was on ship when collided with Hobson.

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Norbit L. McQuillen

Comments: My dad, Norbit Lee McQuillen served in the Navy during the Korean and WWII. He passed away when I was 27 and I never had the opportunity to talk with him about his days in the service because my parents divorced while I was very young. His only grandson (my son) is currently serving in the Navy and we'd like anyone that may have known him to share any/all information of him during this time with us. I know he was on the Wasp and I believe he was a Machinist Mate (?).

Keywords: Believe he was on the Wasp. He may have been a Machinist Mate (?). From Kentucky.

CREW MEMBER

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Dennis DE Maine

Comments: 2 Questions, First if you knew my Dad, emeial me so I can hook ya guys back up

I am building a 1/350 scale model of the wasp ( Trumpeter Models - CV9 _ Just released as WWII version) Very nice kit by the way,,,,,I was wondering if you had any nice deck shots in color...to help me detail. I am building for my dad who was on CV18 52-56. We were at Pennsicola Fl Naval musuem and saw a larger model of the WASP....gave me the idea, and it so happens a new kit was just introduced. Dad was on her before and after the deck retro fit, so any pics would be helpful. Though I am not building the retro fit. Anyway, just wondering, thank you Regars David

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U.S.S wasp

Comments: I am looking to find anyone who might have known my dad, Reginald R. Johnson, who served on the Wasp during the Korean War. I know he was on the ship when it collided with the Hobson. I believe he was a petty officer at the time.

He died when i was only 21, and i never really got to talk to him about this part of his life. Anyone who knew him who could tell me about him during this time, it would be greatly appreciated.

david w. johnson

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info squadron 196 1954 1955

Comments: wish to have reuion

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Comments: Looking for some of my troops during this tour.

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crew member

Comments: Hello am searching for my grandfather Jim Hoag have never met but heard just alittle bit about.Was married to a Phyllis had two sons jimmy and Philip.Have heard that he was in korea and on the USS Wasp.I do have a picture of him from 1951 cannot read the writing on back But it says BELL on it.If anyone Knows anything PLEASE contact me @ Robertnmich@aol.com.

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USS WASP 11/54-2?/55 Flag CT

Comments: No work New Year's morning 1954 because of Eisenhower!

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United Stingers Project

Comments: The USS WASP Association is sponsoring a WASP Memorial aboard the USS HORNET CV-12, herself a museum at the former NAS Alameda (San Francisco Bay). At this writing 9/12/00 we are restoring a compartment aboard the HORNET - Please visit the HORNET - also an ESSEX-Class - AND - the WASP's Sister Ship. A visit aboard will bring back memories. Questions? Then email me. Regards, bill

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Cruise Book Sept.54-Apr.55

Comments: I am looking for a cruise book for the period from Sept 1954-April 1955.I was a member of Fighter Sqd 151-( VF 151.) Contact me at above locations.Prefer email. Many thanks.

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Wasp CVA-18 l952- 1954

Comments: - Disions lst, and O.I.Div.

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Ship's History - Korean War Service

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NOTE: ALTHOUGH USS WASP (CV-18) WAS IN SERVICE DURING THE KOREAN WAR, SHE SUFFERED A MAJOR COLLISION AT SEA, AND DID NOT ENTER THE KOREAN WAR ZONE UNTIL AFTER THE ARMISTICE.

USS WASP (CV-18)

“Wasp collided with ...(DD-464) ...Hobson lost 176 of the crew, including her skipper”

(CV-18: dp. 27,100; l. 872' 0"; b. 93' 0"; ew. 147' 6"; dr. 28' 7"; s. 32.7 k.; cpl. 3,448; a. ac. 80 to 100, 12 5", 40 40mm., 55 20mm.; cl. Essex)

Wasp reported to the Atlantic Fleet in November 1951 and began a period of shakedown training which lasted until February 1952. After returning from the shakedown cruise, she spent a month in the New York Naval Shipyard preparing for duty in distant waters.

On 26 April 1952, Wasp collided with destroyer minesweeper Hobson (DD-464) while conducting night flying operations en route to Gibraltar. Hobson lost 176 of the crew, including her skipper. Rapid rescue operations saved 52 men. Wasp sustained no personnel casualties, but her bow was torn by a 75-foot saw-tooth rip.

The carrier proceeded to Bayonne, N.J., for repairs and, after she entered drydock there, the bow of aircraft carrier Hornet (CV-12), then undergoing conversion-was removed and floated by barge from Brooklyn, N.Y., and fitted into position on Wasp, replacing the badly shattered forward end of the ship. This remarkable task was completed in only 10 days, enabling the carrier to get underway to cross the Atlantic.

On 2 June 1952, Wasp relieved Tarawa (CV-40) at Gibraltar and joined Carrier Division (CarDiv) 6 in the Mediterranean Sea. After conducting strenuous flight operations between goodwill visits to many Mediterranean ports, Wasp was relieved at Gibraltar on 5 September by Leyte (CV-32).

After taking part in NATO Exercise "Mainbrace" at Greenock, Scotland, and enjoying a liberty period at Plymouth, England, Wasp headed home and arrived at Norfolk early on the morning of 13 October 1952.

On 7 November 1952, Wasp entered the New York Naval Shipyard to commence a seven-month yard period to prepare her for a world cruise which was to bring her into the Pacific Fleet once more. After refresher training in the Caribbean, Wasp departed Norfolk on 16 September 1953.

After transiting the Panama Canal and crossing the Pacific, the carrier made a brief visit to Japan and then conducted strenuous operations with the famed TF 77. While operating in the western Pacific, she made port calls at Hong Kong, Manila, Yokosuka , and Sasebo.

On 10 January 1954, China's Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek spent more than four hours on board Wasp watching simulated air war maneuvers in Formosan waters. On 12 March, President Ramon Magsaysay of the Republic of the Philippines came on board to observe air operations as a guest of American Ambassador Raymond A. Spruance. Wasp operated out of Subic Bay, Philippines, for a time, then sailed for Japan where, in April 1954, she was relieved by Boxer (CV-21) and sailed for her new homeport of San Diego, Calif.

Wasp spent the next few months preparing for another tour of the Orient. She departed the United States in September 1954 and steamed to the Far East visiting Pearl Harbor and Iwo Jima en route. She relieved Boxer in October 1954 and engaged in air operations in the South China Sea with Carrier Task Group 70.2. Wasp visited the Philippine Islands in November and December and proceeded to Japan early in 1955 to join TF 77. While operating with that naval organization, Wasp provided air cover for the evacuation of the Tachen Islands by the Chinese Nationalists.

After the Tachen evacuation, Wasp stopped at Japan before returning to San Diego, Calif., in April. She entered the San Francisco Naval Shipyard in May for a seven-month conversion and overhaul. On 1 December the carrier returned to duty displaying a new canter flight deck and a hurricane bow. As 1955 ended, Wasp had returned to San Diego and was busily preparing for another Far Eastern tour.

From: DICTIONARY OF AMERICAN NAVAL FIGHTING SHIPS

Keywords: ATLANTIC FLEET, USS HOBSON (DMS-26), USS HORNET (CV-12), USS TARAWA (CV-40), CARRIER DIVISION 6, MEDITERRANEAN, USS LEYTE (CV-32), NATO, PACIFIC FLEET, TF 77, FORMOSA STRAITS, TACHEN ISLANDS, PEACE PATROL,

V-2 div. - Vincent Lee

Comments: plank owner of the U.S.S.Wasp CV18 had the third arresting wire was the seventh sailor assigned to her.

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crew member

Comments: USS WASP CVA 18

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USS Wasp & Yorktown

Comments: USS WASP & YORKTOWN

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