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  • Canberra cruises 66-68 Posted on November 7, 2009 03:38 pm Name: Terence Brownlow
    Email: tsubow@earthlink.net

    Comments: I was on 3rd and 4th WestPac cruises in 66 through 68.
    I was in X division. I was a journalist and a part-time disc jockey for KANG radio. I hosted the "jazz-time" radio show from 8:00 - 9:30 pm.
    I have 8x10's of the ship after it was hit by shrapnel.
    The Canberra was a beautiful ship. The visit to Melbourne Australia stands out as a highlight.
  • 2 WestPacs aboard her Posted on November 6, 2009 02:26 pm Name: James Skelly
    Email: jskelly@lsav8r.com
    Location: Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

    Comments: I served aboard the Canberra from 1966 to 1968, and made 2 WestPac cruises aboard her. I was in A Division. Made Shellback and Golden Shellback aboard her also.
  • To Everybody Posted on October 30, 2009 03:03 pm Name: Pete Gomez
    Email: Dtownsfinest03@yahoo.com
    Location: Midland ,Tx

    Comments: My father, Pete Gomez, served in the U.S. Navy 1967-1969. He is alive and is now 60 years old. We are trying to find all the shipmates or crewmembers that were on there. If anybody has any information, email me please. He would be very happy! Well, thank you to all the men and women who have served.
  • CAG-2 Crossed equator Posted on October 8, 2009 09:36 am Name: Jerry Hoefling
    Email: jerryclubdoc@ameritech.net

    Comments: We crossed equator on April 25th.
  • World Cruise 1960 Posted on October 3, 2009 01:18 am Name: Edward Meyers
    Email: edward@sedelmeier.com
    Homepage: Pacific Mountain Masonry
    Location: Seattle, Washington

    Comments: Served aboard the Canberra and went on the world cruise. Want to know the date we crossed the dateline at the equator. Plus other dates. I remember the cities and areas that we visited, but not the dates.
    My station was the aft port Mark 56 Gun Fire Control System. My system and gun crew won the "E" for 5 inch guns, three years in a row in Gitmo.
    My time aboard the Canberra was one of the best time of my young life. Great ship and my home for four years. And a great bunch of guys.
    If anyone remembers the cruise, help me with the dates.
    Thanks.

    Edward FT2
    Fox Division
  • Connecting with ole' shipmates Posted on October 1, 2009 05:52 pm Name: LtJG Charles Babb
    Email: charlie@charlesbabb.com
    Location: Orlando, Fl

    Comments: Served as Disbursing and later Food Service Officer from 1968 until after reaching Hunter's Point San Francisco. Wonderful experience. Would love hearing from all, but would especially like to locate WO Jamie R. Cannon.
  • OR Divison 62-65 Posted on September 30, 2009 08:52 pm Name: Tom Leitner
    Email: tleitner@ameritech.net

    Comments: OR Divison from 1962 - 1965
  • Good wishes Posted on September 28, 2009 11:40 pm Name: Peter Jelito
    Email: highlandoaks@bigvalley.net
    Location: Tuolumne, CA

    Comments: We wish all of you who are attending this year's reunion smooth sailing and good health. If next years get together is any closer, we will attend.
    Peter Jelito, EM2, 1960-1963
  • Dad's shipmates Posted on September 16, 2009 06:53 pm Name: Frank Finch
    Email: m4finny@gmail.com
    Location: Canton, MI

    Comments: My dad was aboard CAG-2 when she was commissioned and redesignated. His name is Frank Finch and he was in Fire Control. He lives in Texas now. Are there any of his shipmates here? I would love to have dad get in touch with you, it would be a big suprise.
  • Looking for info. Posted on September 9, 2009 02:24 pm Name: Jeff Lewis
    Email: jeff.t.lewis@hotmail.com
    Location: PA

    Comments: I am looking for any info about my father. His name was Thomas P. Lewis from Scranton, Pa and he served on the Canberra mid to late 60's during the VietNam era. He suddenly passed away this year and my brothers and I are trying to find any info. about when he served. Any info would be appreciated. Please e-mail me.
  • Uncle aboard in 43/44 Posted on September 8, 2009 04:56 pm Name: Gene Sampieri
    Email: eesamp@verizon.nat
    Homepage: Hugh Purvis DD709
    Location: NJ

    Comments: My uncle, Arther "Bud" Farley was aboard in 1944 when the ship was torpedoed. He was a radioman I beleive and was injured. Survived ok to return home. Went in to the radio and TV repair business and passed on in the late 80's
  • Who remembers the day they killed JFK Posted on September 7, 2009 06:11 pm Name: Jim (Mack) McIntyre
    Email: captjmmcnyr@yahoo.com

    Comments: Anyone aboard that day until we returned from Nam 1st time--if you are going to this years reunion--please let me know. Thanks and smooth sailing to you all.
  • Awards & Unit Citations Posted on September 7, 2009 12:00 pm Name: Warren Hoppke
    Email: wkh966@yahoo.com
    Location: Canberra CAG-2

    Comments: To see the Canberra's awards, unit citations, and commendations go to the Navy Department Awards Web Service(NDAWS) at:

    https://awards.navy.mil/awards/webbas01.nsf/(vwWebPage)/home.htm?OpenDocument

    If you get to the home page when you click on the link then go along the top and click on Unit Awards then along the left hand side at the bottom click on Query Unit Awards then enter the ships name Canberra, it will come up Canberra CAG-2, click on this link and you will find 54 unit awards.

  • No Rig Too Big Posted on September 2, 2009 09:26 am Name: Harold L. Granberg
    Email: hgranberg@embarqmail.com
    Location: Luray, Virginia

    Comments: Looking for anyone from 3rd. Division that served 66 thru 68. They called me Berg, had some good times and would attend the reunion if I knew any of my 3rd. Division shipmates would be there.
  • Canberra Shell Hit Posted on September 1, 2009 09:17 pm Name: Joseph C Flodman
    Email: jcfsdca@yahoo.com

    Comments: My Father, SCPO, FTC Deland C. Flodman, was aboard at the time of this hit. Mr. Hoppke's bunk was below my father's locker. I e-mailed him personally and he replied to me with his story of this. My mom just gave me a piece of the Canberra with a hole in it, which was given to my father after this incident. I would love to share all the photos my father was given by the Navy which show the path of the shell pieces. I have his cruise book which has a hole through it from this. Also if there is a memorial section to this page, I would love to have my father placed on it. Thank You.
  • New email address Posted on August 31, 2009 10:00 pm Name: Duane Testut, FT2
    Email: duanet@clarityconnect.com
    Location: Freeville, NY

    Comments: I was reminded when I saw a couple of recent address corrections that mine has changed.
    I served in F Div. from Dec. '56 through Aug. '59. I worked on the Weapons Control Station on the 05 level. I've communicated with several shipmates - it's always great to get an email from someone who was on board at the same time. Wanted to get to the reunion this year but again it hasn't worked out. Have a cup of coffee for me, Cleve!
  • Operation Sea Dragon Posted on August 31, 2009 06:34 pm Name: Joseph C Flodman
    Email: jcfsdca@yahoo.com

    Comments: Just visiting. My father served on the Canberra, I believe in 66. The ship was struck by a shell and I have my father's cruise book with a shrapnel hole in it. My father, SCPO,FTC Deland C. Flodman passed away on Friday, 08/28/09. My mother, who was a Wave in the Navy, gave me his Operation Sea Dragon Tie tack. So I was just looking around the web for info on it. I would like to thank all of you who my have served with; my father and all active duty service men and women out there for your service to our great country. Please feel free to e-mail me as I would love to hear from any of you. Once again thank you!
    Joe
  • Canberra CAG-2 Posted on August 30, 2009 08:20 pm Name: Warren Hoppke
    Email: wkh966@yahoo.com

    Comments: I was on board the Canberra from 1964 to 1967 serving in OI Division under Chief Fecht. The Canberra was a great ship with great guys.

    Anyone remembers me, send me an email.
  • New E-mail address Posted on August 27, 2009 12:53 pm Name: Robert Hobbs
    Email: sailorman1933@yahoo.com

    Comments: I just want to list my new E-mail address.
    Thank you.
    Bob
  • Shipmate Posted on August 22, 2009 11:22 am Name: Seamon Bayles
    Email: bayles2@windstream.net

    Comments: Served aboard ship 1957-1960, 4th division.
    307 West B St.
    Erwin N.C. 28339
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