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CommentsWas in Main Control from prior to commissioning in 1968 to June 1969
CommentsTO THE SPAM ADVERTISERS, PLEASE REFRAIN FROM USING OUR WEB SITE TO ADVERTISE. OUR WEB MASTER HAS MORE IMPORTANT MATTERS TO ATTEND TO THAN TO KEEP ELIMINATING YOUR ADVERTISEMENTS, THIS WEB SITE IS FOR THE SAILORS AND MARINES WHO HAVE SERVED ON BOARD THIS SHIP DURING FOUR CONFLICTS. PLEASE GIVE THEM THE COURTESY THEY DESERVE AS THEIR SERVICE IS THAT WHICH GIVES YOU THE RIGHT TO ADVERTISE IN THE UNITED STATES. THANK YOU, LARRY K. BTC USN RET, LIAISON OFFICER, USS NEW JERSEY VETS. INC.
CommentsTrying to locate a picture of a World War Two USS. New Jersey Veteran by the name of MELVIN VAP. Grandson is a First Sergeant in our Army unit and would like to get him a copy of the picture.
CommentsHello, I was on board from 1986 to 1989- "R" Division and would like to get in contact with fellow shipmates! I'm currently living in Austin,Texas- so send me an email so we can chat. Regards, Ht2 Weber
CommentsI just wanted to share a very big "thank you" to the guys who were at the USS New Jersey yesterday, Friday, April 28th. As a former USS IOWA BB-61 sailor, I was totally impressed at the condition of the ship and how well we were treated. You guys are a class act and wish I lived close enough to help with the maintenance and as a guide. I highly recommend the tour of the ship to anyone, especially all IOWA former crewmembers, as the Jersey is a carbon copy of the IOWA in her layout and where the compartments and work centers are located.17 years and it felt like I was home again as if I'd never left. I love the battleships and you guys should all be proud at what you've done with her, she looks great! Thanks again. I'll post on the IOWA website as well. Dan Burdette, former DC2,R-division USS IOWA BB-61
Commentslooking for information about this party on 7/1/06 Please send to fray6@oponline.net .
CommentsMy husband {John Moritz} and I {Tresa Moritz} would like to present a plaque commemorating the first "mini" meeting of the USS New Jersey Veterans. This was held in Champaign, Il. somewhere around the summer of 1981. We have a few names, but would like to get the names of all of the 35 Veterans who were there {Mostly WWII Veterans}. We would appreciate receiving information from anyone who knows the names of the veterans who were there. Please send info to the email address above. Thank you. Love you all!!!!
CommentsThis is a great site and it has nice people doing the work to make it what it is.
CommentsIs there anyone out there who would have the exact dates the New Jersey was ported or within 12 miles of Korea during our WestPac 1986 (May - Oct). I know we went to Inchon twice and once to Pusan, but I don't have the exact dates. I know we spent a lot of time off the coastline also, but have no idea how long we were there. There is a Korean Defense Service Medal authorized now for those who served in Korea or within 12 miles of the coastline for 30 consecutive days or 60 non-consecutive. Trying to find out how much time we had in the eligible area. I could order a "deck log" but that will take forever.
CommentsPatti Kruegel <pkruegel@piasanet.com> wrote: From: "Patti Kruegel" <pkruegel@piasanet.com> To: <peterv_bb62@yahoo.com> Subject: Trying to Locate a shipmate Date: Tue, 11 Apr 2006 18:42:32 -0600 Dear Peter, My name is Patti Kruegel and my father Jack Kruegel is a WWII vet. He served on the USS New Jersey, and is trying to contact Edwin Aken ( a former shipmate). My dad has old information (in Oklahoma) and it is inaccurate. Could you please contact Ed Aken (aka "Screwdriver") and see if he would like to get in touch with my dad? You may contact me either via email, my telephone (618-465-4180), or by "snail" mail. My mailing address is "Patti Kruegel, 322 Prospect St., Alton, IL 62002. In case Mr. Aken recognizes that address, I bought my parent's home this past year after my mom passed away, and my dad (Jack) is living close by in a retirement community. If you are unable to do this legally, please advise as soon as possible! Thanking you in advance for your help, Patti Kruegel Daughter of Jack Kruegel
Comments2007 REUNION AT SAN DIEGO, CA. WOULD HAVE GOTTEN 29 AUG. 07 - 03-SEPT- 07, BUT TOO MUCH BICKERING SO LOST THE TIME, OTHER AVAILABLE DATE WAS THIRD WEEK/ FOURTH WEEK OCT. 2007, WEATHER HERE IS LOUSY DURING THAT TIME, HAS BEEN COLD THE LAST COUPLE OFF YEARS. SAME PRICE DURING THE AUG. DATES AS WOULD HAVE BEEN IN OCTOBER. INFO AT A LATER DATE: PLEASE INFORM YOUR ERA REP. OR DISTRICT VOLUNTEERS. ##1.YOU WILL ATTEND OR ##2.MOST LIKELY TO ATTEND SO I CAN HAVE A BETTER GRASP ON FUNCTIONS. WWII/1940'S REP.BOB LAVINE, BLAVINEBB62@AOL.COM, WALTER BARDIN,SOUTH, MISANBAR@MSN.COM, KOREA/1950'S REP. R.ESSER,ESSER3@MSN.COM, DON EGGLETON,EAST,NO1EGGIE@YAHOO,COM, BILL HIXON,WEST, BILLHIX@COX.NET, LARRY KALAKAUSKIS,NORTH KALSKIBB62@AOL.COM, HUGH SELMAN, SOUTH SELMAN@COX.NET, VEITNAM/1960'S REP. JOE WOZNIAK,JOEWOZ@JUNO.COM, BOB WILLIAMS,EAST,ROBERT382@ADELPHIA.NET, MARK BABCOCK,WEST, MBABCOCK50@EARTHLINK.COM, BILL MEREDITH,NORTH, WAMSR@FRONTIER.NET,NORTH HANK STRUB,SOUTH, HMS@TRIAD.RR.COM, LEB./PERSION GULF/1980'S REP.MARK FINBY,SB510@ADELPHIA.NET, CARL HEALD,EAST, CHIPSTER@INTREX.NET, DUANE CUNNINGHAM,WEST, BB62GUNS2YAHOO.COM, DIRK GUNDERSON,NORTH, IAMDIRKSTER@MSN.COM, SCOTT HENSON,SOUTH, SCOTT.HENSON@NIKE.COM, DATES;;;;;; Thurs. 23 August 2007, thru Monday 27 August 2007. Breakdown of events to follow later. We have the rooms blocked as such below. Mon.= 20 Aug.- 10, Tues.= 21 Aug.- 20, Wed.= 22 Aug.- 75, Thurs.= 23 Aug.- 200, Fri. = 24 Aug.- 225, Sat. = 25 Aug.- 225, Sun. = 26 Aug.- 225, Mon.= 27 Aug.- 55, Tues.= 28 Aug.- 20 WEB site http://www.hanaleihotel.com/
CommentsLooking for information on below Sailor, He was my grandfather, I don't know for sure it was the USS New Jersey but his info is as follows: Jessie Lamar Rowe Service Dates Approx: 1942- 1945 SSN: 427-26-7100 Birthdate: 03-27-1921 any information that can be provided on him will be greatly appreciated. Thank you, David Rowe
CommentsI was a proud member of King (K) Division from September 1952 until August 1953. My rich uncle afforded me an opportunity to visit Korea during the spring and summer of 1953 (until hostilities ended). Unfortunately, I departed the ship on emergency leave and did not have the opportunity to say good-bye or keep in touch with my shipmates. Although it has been a long time since I departed the ship, I would appreciate hearing from any K division shipmates from that area. My time on the ship was very exciting. We visited France, Guantanamo Bay, traveled through the Panama Canal, stopped off at Long Beach, short visit to Hawaii, and then high speed to Yokohama and to our final destination, the Sea of Japan, off the coast of Korea. These were very exciting times for the entire crew, we were finally putting our many years of great training to use. If there are any members from 'K' division that served during this period I would like them to contact me.
CommentsATTENTION SOUTHERN DISTRICT VIETNAM VETS: One of the reasons I don't pass along information on a regular basis is because I keep getting emails bounced back to me. I work 40+ hours a week AWAY FROM HOME and I don't have time to waste sending out emails to people who can't keep their mailboxes either up to date or emptied. This applies to the following email addresses: garywhipl@alltel.net sespoquet@att.net skblanks@att.net gunnerbach@earthlink.net wholloway@gorilla.net deb123ev@hotmail.com ronstevens@logisltd.com chuck@mesh.net BallNNChain@msn.Com bmcmtomsant@msn.com ABAITKE@NMHG.com rhubarbk@peoplepc.com seaberbs@peoplepc.com jandrd@voltage.net I also had a problem with these emails: ritawred@aol.com batshp62@aol.com vamos53@aol.com jkingbb62@aol.com If your email is listed above or has changed, get in touch w/me (hms@triad.rr.com) so I can update the roster. Also, the spamware filters need to accept my email address; I won't resend if I can't get through. Thanks, Hank Strub Southern District Volunteer Vietnam Era
CommentsGarrett Green, The dial you are referring to on the foremast of ARIZONA was a range clock. This was part of an early form of range and direction finding for the main battery. I was in the Enlisted Personnel Office just aft of 4th Division's berthing area - yea, it's quite a change from when we were on board in the late '60's.
CommentsShip looks great. Just the way I remember it .
CommentsFor those flying into and out of San Antonio for the reunion in September, this may help when planning your flight schedules. The association has contracted with Daisy Tours to provide shuttle service between the airport and hotel on September 5-6 and also September 10. After talking with Daisy I calculated that if your flight arrives by 1630 on September 6, you will have enough time to get to the hotel, check in and make the Welcome Aboard party at 1845. When departing on September 10, if your plane leaves no earlier than 1400, you should have time to get to the airport, check in and get through security to make your flight on time. PLEASE BE SURE TO COME TO THE REUNION AND TALK IT UP AMONG SHIPMATES YOU KNOW. LET'S DOUBLE THE 500 PEOPLE WE HAD IN PENNSYLVANIA LAST YEAR!
CommentsAm looking forward to viewing the Battleship Web Site. I have always been intrigued with the Battleship, since I got the model of the Arizona, on my 10th Birthday. The Difference between the USS Arizona BB-39 and the USS Missouri BB-63, is 24. That's 24 Battleships. Totally amazing. Paul Driscoll Waikoloa,Hawaii.96738.
CommentsATTENTION NORTHERN DISTRICT VIETNAM VETS...If you live in one of the following states: SD, NE, KS, MN, IA, MO, WI, IL, KY, MI, IN, OH, WV or PA then PLEASE read this!. There are a number of you that either changed you email addresses or have not informed me of your correct one. Each time I pass down information I get at least 20 emails returned. If the following email IS or WAS yours please contact me with a current email address: mojchick@webtv.net polkaqueenholloween@aol.com donlin@alink.com dmpaul@itol.com ralphbucci@msn.com rothbigguy@msn.com m-hiliker@sbcglobal.net roybeiber@usairways.com bjbsysprog@att.net bwsinc@erols.com gary788@aol.com sekret55@aol.com philzs@aol.com jackiechan849@aol.com loboland5@aol.com cwb1242@aol.com mend0@aol.com mend0@comcast.com. Please reply directly to me at wamsr@frontiernet.net. DO NOT post your reply on the deck log. If you read this and don't see your address but want to verify yours anyway then send me an email. I'll be happy to reply. May thanks from me your Northern District Vietnam Representative. PS if you have a spamware filter running then teach it to accept my emails. This applies especially to: wademandon@aol.com.
CommentsTechnical question. Maybe someone from WWII may know the answer. On the Arizona, there was a dial on the foremast. It was circular, it had 1 hand and there were letters on that dial. It looks like it is the better part of 3' in diameter. What was the dial used for? I had the opportunity to visit the New Jersey last Sunday. First time I have been onboard since I left in the summer of '69. Quite an experience. Even though there are no longer berths in the 4th division berthing area it was quite a feeling standing there. Thanks for the help Garrett Green
CommentsI am a member of the American Legion Post 346 in Neptune N.J. We are in possession of 2 16/50 cal artillery. What we are looking for if you can help me or direct me in the right direction is the tool to remove the base of the shell. We want to secure it to a concrete pad and we need to remove the base. Any help will be appreciated. You can e-mail me at http://www.al346@myhost.com
CommentsFrom: "The Living Legend" <luckandskill@hotmail.com> To: <ed_campbell@sbcglobal.net> Sent: Thursday, March 09, 2006 8:32 AM Subject: Question about the crew of the USS New Jersey > Hi there, > > A friend and co-worker of mine found some dog tags that read as follows - > > Jeffrey M. Hawriluk > 7-14-94 > USS New Jersey BB-62 > > She and I would like to return them to the Hawriluk family and any > assistance you can give us in locating them would be greatly appreciated. > > Thank you, > > Joseph J. Hackman 3rd >
CommentsTO ALL HANDS, Here is the web site to find much information of "Deck Logs" "Ship's Rosters" and also F.A.Q. about your loved ones or friends. Put this web site into your favorites for future reference. http://www.chinfo.navy.mil/navpalib/questions/logs.html
CommentsFor Jason, Please give the military guys a break, have a heart. Will you please refrain from tying up our web site with all the advertisements. It is nerve racking for the webmaster to always clean it up. He is a volunteer and his time is important. Thank You L.A.K. USN RET.
CommentsI WAS ABOARD THE JERSEY FROM 1986 TO 1989. I WAS A MM IN #3 ENGINE ROOM (MAIN CONTROL). I WILL NEVER FORGET THE GUYS I SERVED WITH. WE ARE THE BEST TRAINED PEOPLE IN WORLD! I WORK FOR A UTILITY COMPANY REPAIRING BOILERS AND TURBINES. I'D LIKE TO HEAR FROM ANY M DIVISION GUYS!
CommentsSubj: Looking for WWII Veteran of the USS New Jersey Date: 2/24/2006 9:09:24 PM Pacific Standard Time From: Jullesone To: KALSKIBB62 Hello. My name is Scott Harris, and I am the nephew of Henry Everett Wade, who served aboard the USS New Jersey during World War II. I am trying to find any information concerning my uncle and his military record during his time on the ship. I have contacted personnel records division in St. Louis, and was informed that all records were destroyed by a fire in 1973. Any help you can give me would be much appreciated. I need the information not only for my personal records, but to obtain a headstone for my uncle's grave. Thank you. Scott Harris 71 Rankin Lane Stuarts Draft, VA 24477 540-471-1692 jullesone@aol.com
CommentsMy father, Joseph Louis Rocco, served on the USS New Jersey in WWII. He has since visited the ship, and I know how memorable it was for him when asked if he was part of the crew. He received royal treatment. Thanks to everyone. He will be 85 this year, and I'd like to take him to see the boat again this summer. Is there anything special that we can do for him?
CommentsThis is to inform you that my husband, William Lounsbury (08-11-1920), USN, 1940-1946, passed away February 1, 2006 from a long courageous battle of cancer. He was a member of your organization and a proud Plankowner of the USS New Jersey in the aviation division. He was fortunate to make the reunion in Camden several years ago and this was a big highlight in his life. He shared many memories with others of his experiences. Geri Lounsbury(wife)
CommentsSorry I dropped off the face of the earth for awhile. Great to see my favorite MM chief is in here though. Only chief that never chewed my ass out for stupid stuff.LOL
CommentsGreetings to all my former shipmates. I served in H-Div from Sept 84 thru Sept 87. My 3 years onboard the Big J were some of the most rewarding times of my life with some of the best men I have ever met. Hopefully, I'll be able to attend the next reunion to share a memory with my buddies from Medical. Fair winds and following seas... PK
CommentsI am hunting a John Bennet he use to live around London ,KY..I have lost track of him since I was discharged in 1955.. I found one of my ship mates through the deck log his name is john Vennemeyer.. his health not to good now.. he was in roger division and was discharged in 1955 also.. it was good to see him last year I stopped on way to the New Jersey reunion.. so if any one knows where John Bennett is please let me know.
CommentsShipmates, Ray Nicholson has his Battleship Bulletin Board back up in service. Why not give the ole sailor's system a try. You can leave messages for other ship class shipmates on it. http://www.spclevents.com/forum/index.php Larry K.
CommentsTo All Concerned,Army, Navy, Marine, Coast Guard and U.S. Air Force personell... Members:Tiawan Straits Patrol, Formosa, Quemoy, Matsu, Republic Of China; 1958-1979 As you, I too am a Life Member of every military association I belong to, and then some of you know that I am also a Life Member subscriber to Military magazine. The April issue of this fine publication will have a BOHAUSA publicity piece in it (as below). As each of you are keenly aware, we are gathering our last calls, the Class of 2006. This does not mean an end to our work, "our thing," Taiwan's defense. We'll still have a monthly newsletter and website presence. But each of us has to reach out to those who haven't heard of us. We are now larger than an ancient Roman legion (5,000), we make "the difference" in the way Taiwan is perceived in the United States. This was the dream Richard J. Feeney and I envisioned and you, with your involvement, have made it possible for the enlargement of that dream. Let me ask every member, if you have clout with any association's you belong to, their website's Guest or Comment pages, other websites, or newspaper editors or columnists, ask if you can get free placement of our publicity piece, will you do so now, can you do it this weekend? After JUN 2006, some well deserving Vets will come to us and we will be unable to certify them. We've had a good run of these gatherings and we really have pushed the envelope with the 13 TECOs - far beyond the, what was to be, a one-time distribution of the (40th. anniversary) Honor Medal for 823 Bombardment (1958/1998). Let's hope we can get to that missing veteran before the end of June 2006. Taiwan (Formosa), if you were there, an award(s) await you. If you have been of service, to the ROC, on Taiwan, Quemoy, Matsu, the Tachens, in the Strait between 1958 and 1979, the Badge of Honor Association USA is making its last certification for Republic of China awards. To receive the Honor Medal for 823 Bombardment (1958) or the (1955-1979) US-ROC Mutual Defense Commemorative Badge (or both), go to www.TaiwanVets.com and make application (those that have made a TDY, R&R or 'Nam Liberty Call are also eligible for award[s]). Thank you and stay the course for freedom, Please Contact the below person, LLOYD (Evans) Chairman Robinsongang@juno.com www.taiwanvets.com
CommentsShipmates, a couple of items. #1= I'm putting out feelers on one of two possible reunions in 2009, Honolulu, Hawaii or Niagra Falls, Canada. Please let me know which you would prefer to go to. Remember, this is only a feeler. #2 = Please contact your shipmates and have them (if they have e-mail) to e-mail me their new or old e-mail address and phone # for the updated roster. A lot of them have changed their e-mail and have not let me know of any changes. Maybe they even moved and forgot to advise us of their move. Please check to let me know; and let me know your name when doing this. Name: ___________________ Yrs on Board 19?? to 19?? Definitely attend Hawaii__Canada__how many _______ attening. Maybe attend Hawaii__Canada__how many _______ attending. Would not attend Hawaii__Canada__. Thank You Larry Kalakauskis, BTC USN Ret. Liaison Officer, USS New Jersey Vets. Inc.
CommentsI received a note from Bernie Jameson who served aboard the ship in Korea. He was telling me about the softball Team that won almost every game they played. I would like to right more about this. Do you have any pictures of the team. How about a story you can tell. Let me know Peter VandeWalle; Editor USS New Jersey Bounce
CommentsMy deepest thanks to those of you who showed such great support to my father during a recent illness. I honestly believe that the prayers and good wishes were instrumental in his recovery. My dad is doing well and just about back to his old self. You are a great group of men and I'm proud he has you as friends. .......p.s. Thanks to all the wives who showed their support as well. God Bless.
CommentsMY NEW INTERNET SERVER
CommentsI AM A VET OF THE USS MISSOURI WHEN THE TWO SHIPS WERE IN LONG BEACH,CA I AM LOOKING FOR BMSC GEORGE GRUBER. NOT SURE WHICH DIV. I AM SURE IT WAS DECK DIV. THIS SITE IS GREAT TO SEE AND THE PICTURES OF THE SHIP ARE VERY GOOD. FROM ONE BATTLESHIP SAILOR TO THE SAILORS OF THE JERSEY MAY GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU.
CommentsI was a Radioman on New Jersey 1982-1984 in OC Div, looking for old friends, just moved to Florida, drop me a line, let's talk about old times, if anyone has a cruise book they want to sell from that time frame let me know as mine was destroyed.
Comments12/81 - 7/85 What a Lady the Jersey was to serve aboard, especially to be on the re-commissioning crew. The joke at the time of our 90 day shakedown cruise (June 1983 - May 1984) was the cruise book was going to be in a volume set. I will always remember October 23, 1983 off Beirut
CommentsShips company: 23 Aug 1984 thru 01 July 1988. rate/rank:OS2 hometown: Fairfax, Vermont Retired 20 years active service on 30 April 2001.
CommentsLooking for Michael Davidson
CommentsFellow Shipmates, I am in dire need of a few volunteers for North, East and West District Volunteers to keep up and inform the WWII / 1940's Data Base. Walter Bardin (1945-46) is the South District Volunteer. You don't have to be from that ERA to volunteer, you can be from any era, but must have access to a computer. Most of the WWII/ 1940's members do not have a computer so there will have to be letters, cards and or phone calls to inform our members about the happenings of our and their organizational functions. Thank You. Larry K. Liaison Officer, USS NJ.V.I.
CommentsTHOUGHT THE SHIP LOOKS GREAT
CommentsTrying to locate one of New Jersey's crew members. I do not remember his first name but his last name was Ambunan, (I believe that is correct) he was from Hawaii. He came aboard on or about 1968 as I ran into him in the PI in 1969. He was probably in the deck division as he talked about using the stones to scrub the deck. We went to basic together in San Diego, Ca., company 184. Thanks for any info.
CommentsWas on the greatest ship in the Navy and served with some of the best sailors in the world. Was in EMO5 pump gang and #3 engineroom would like to hear from some of you. Haze Gray and underway.
CommentsHave a Happy New Year.
CommentsWe enjoyed being aboard the USS New Jersey at the Reunion. It is a great ship and the men who served aboard Her should be very proud. Your web page is great and easy to follow. Robert L. Ohm (1951-1954) Fran Ohm (Wife)
CommentsI WANT TO SAY HAPPY NEWS YEARS TO ALL MY SHIP MATES BEFORE ME AND AFTER ME AND TO THE ONES I SERVED WITH ON THE NEW JERSEY FROM 1953 TO 1955 SHE WAS A GREAT SHIP .. AND I WANT TO SAY THANKS TO THE ONES THAT KEEPS THIS SITE GOING GOOD JOB.
CommentsHi my name is Jenny Reed my father was BMCS Donald Reed and was on board the New Jersey in the 80s.. I have a question... Im trying to track down his guys that were in deck dept with him back then.. My father was diagnosed with ALS (aka lou gherigs disease) and does not have much time left here with us. I thought that by tracking down old shipmates that It might boost his spirits while he is still with us.. If you can give me some ideas I would appreciate it. I have so far posted on classmates.com and found about 3 guys but thats the extent to it.. Keep me posted.. You can reach me at your earliest convenience at this email alexi_mom03@yahoo.com thank you for your time... Jenny Reed
CommentsIn the latest "Jersey Bounce", Fall 2005/Winter 2006, the "Taps List", on page 24, mistakenly lists five Vietnam Vets who are not deceased. In fact, four of the five were at the 2005 reunion. Russ Charron, John Canadas, Ray Hopkins and Dick Schlotterback were with us in Valley Forge. Ron Bouchard was not able to attend.
Commentsdo we have a Cris Kirkpatrick on our roster. A shipmate of his contacted me and is trying to locate him. I am William P. Harvey, SK3\c S Div., Plank Owner. Paid up member of our association. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
CommentsI served on the Big J from 84-90 it was arguably one of the best duty stations in the Navy, I still swell with pride to tell someone I was a battle ship sailor on the New Jersey, Looking for all supply Div sailors that served during this time especially S-2 Div victor king MS2
CommentsWAS ONBOARD ENTIRE VIETNAM DEPLOYMENT AS AN HM2. AM CURRENTLY WORKING AS AN RN WITH THE VA. WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM FRIENDS WHO WERE ON BOARD DURING VIETNAM TOUR.
CommentsG3 div '83-'86 [Radar Love]
CommentsA Different Christmas Poem The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight. My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest. Outside the snow fell, a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight. The sparkling lights in the tree I believe completed the magic that was Christmas Eve. My eyelids were heavy, my breathing was deep, Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep. In perfect contentment or so it would seem, so I slumbered perhaps I started to dream. The sound wasn't loud and it wasn't too near but I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear. Perhaps just a cough, I didn't quite know, then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow. My soul gave a tremble, I struggled to hear and I crept to the door just to see who was near. Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night, a lone figure stood, his face weary and tight. A soldier I puzzled some 20 years old huddled here in the cold. Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled standing watch over me and my wife and my child. "What are you doing?" I asked without fear. "Come in this moment, it's freezing out here!" "Put down your pack, brush the snow from your sleeve you should be at home on a cold Christmas Eve." For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts. To the window that danced with a warm fire's light. Then he siged and he said, "It's really all right. I'm out here by choice. I'm here every night." "It's my duty to stand at the front of the line that separates you from the darkest of times. No one had to ask or beg or implore me, I'm proud to stand here like my fathers before me." "My gramps died at Pearl on a day in December." Then he signed, "That's a Christmas 'Gram always remembers." "My dad stood his watch in the jungles of Nam and now it's my turn and so here I am. I've not seen my own son in more than a while, but my wife sends me pictures, he's sure got her smile." Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag the red, white and blue--an American flag. "I can live through the cold and the being alone, away from my family, my house and my home. I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet, I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat. I can carry the weight of killing another or lay down my life with my sister and brother, Who stand at the front against any and all to ensure for all time that this flag will not fall. So go back inside," he said,"Harbor no fright, Your family is waiting and I'll be all right." "But isn't there something I can do at the least, Give you money", I asked, "or prepare you a feast? It seems all tooo little for all that you've done for being away from your wife and your son." Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret, "Just tell us you love us and never forget. To fight for our rights back at home while we're gone, to stand your own watch no matter how long. For when we come home either standing or dead to know you remember we fought and we bled is payment enough and with that we will trust that we mattered to you as you mattered to us. LCDR Jeff Giles, SC USN 30th Naval Construction Regiment OIC, Logistics Cell One Al Taqqadum, Iraq
CommentsAlways look forward to the news letter.
CommentsI was en3 in aft diesel and small boat crew made West Pac 1986 the New Jersey will always be my best ship greatest time in the navy I would like to get a cruise book from someone from my time take care
CommentsI was a Reservist assigned to the USS New Jersey, based out of West Trenton, NJ between 1983 and 1989. Was looking for fellow reservists from this group - please email me to keep in touch. Steve Ellis Petty Officer Third Class, MS3
CommentsFall 2005 Issue Jersey Bounce, Pete VandeWalle/ Editor You are marvelous, what a Newsletter! OUTSTANDING!! Bravo Zulu.
CommentsLOOKING FOR Dean Barkenhagen?
CommentsMy father, John J. Petrucco just passed away on Sunday Nov. 27th. He was a proud ex-crewmember of the New Jersey and had the opportunity to do some voluntary work on her when she returned to Camden. He also took the tour after she opened as a museum. We are not sure of the dates of his service, but it was shortly after the end of WWII, so late 40's. We also cannot locate his Navy discharge papers but are working on it. Thank you. Nancy Kenny (daughter)
CommentsThis is a longshot, but I was in the first Friday night Smoker during the Nam Cruise in 68 or 69. If anyone has any old pictures of that I'd love to see them. I fought a dude named Dynamite Duel Smith. If you have any pics of that could you send them to me. Thanks, Larry
CommentsTHANKS LARRY FOR THE RECIPE.. GOOD OLD NAVY FOOD.. SAM FLENER
CommentsTHAT GOOD NAVY CHOW CORNED BEEF SCRAMBLE Portion: 6 to 8 ounces (approx. 1 cup) Ingredients for 100 portions Corned beef, canned, 20 pounds Peppers, green, 1 pounds, (approx 1 quarts) Onion, 1 pounds (approx 1 ½ pints) Fat, melted, 8 ounces, (approx 1 cup) Corn, whole kernel, drained (save liquid), 13 pounds 4 ounces, (approx 1 ½ gals.) Rice, cooked, 27 pounds, (approx 4 gals.) (Note: Divide by 100 for single serving and multiply by amount of servings needed) Chop together corned beef, green peppers and onions. Cook in fat until Corned beef is browned, stirring frequently. Stir in corn and cooked rice. Heat thoroughly. If necessary, add the liquid from corn. Serve in mounds. Source: The cookbook of the United States Navy, Revised 1944
CommentsTo all fellow and madam veterans, of all Services. May God bless you all, To the WWII Greatest Generation, Thank You, To the Korea Veterans, Thank You, You are not forgotten. To the Viet-Nam Vets, Thank You, Remember, it was right, AND WELCOME HOME, To the Persian Gulf War Veterans, Thank You, To the Iraq Operation Freedom Veterans, We support you, To the Afganistan Freedom Fighters, I salute you, in your monumental and lonesome task. To all past honorable members of the Armed Forces prior to Veterans Day, Rest in Peace and let us not forget the W.W.I Veterans of whom Armistice Day was named for before it was called Veterans Day. To all members of the Armed Forces that were in during Peace Time(??)Thank You for your service. I apologize for all the dissenters out there, even though it was us that gave them the right to dissent. Remember words from a very important Man:"FATHER, FORGIVE THEM, FOR THEY KNOW NOT WHAT THEY DO" BTC USN & USA Ret.
CommentsMAY GOD BLESS EACH ONE OF OUR VETERANS WHO HAS SEVERED OUR GREAT COUNTRY USA .. GOD BLESS AMERICA. I WAS PROUD TO HAVE A PART IN THE KOREAN WAR TO SEVERE ABOARD TWO OF THE GREATEST SHIPS THE USS MANCHESTER CL 83 AND THE USS NEW JERSEY BB 64.. THANKS TO ALL THAT WAS THEIR BEFORE ME AND ALL THAT WAS THEIR AFTER ME GOD BLESS EACH ONE..SAM FLENER
CommentsI served on the big j from 1983 to 1985. I was a boiler tech. in #3 fireroom.Seems like last week!
CommentsHi Shipmates! I just discovered this site and it is very very impressive! I served aboard BB62 from 1981 thru 1987 in X-3 division (a fresh air snipe-TV Tech). It was one of the finest, and still is, times of my life. I see some of the entries in the deck log of some familiar names, if you would like to email me and talk about some of the "good old days" please do. Big J is by far the most awesome ship ever to serve in the US Navy! Talk to ya later! IC2 Dan (Battlerock) Christie
CommentsI am looking for anyone who served with my father on the USS Hancock CVA 19 1952-1956. His name is Everett Stanley Inloes. His nickname is Bert. His Rank SN 0032 seaman class 3. Service number 443 10 31. Some of his duties included gun mount operator 5" 38 gunfire, assisting on the flight line during aircraft operation. Anyone who remembers him please contact me. My father has been denied benefits for hearing loss. I feel his hearing loss is related to his duties on the Hancock. He has no pictures or letters from anyone to prove what he did on the Hancock. The examiner did not review his naval personnel records and his title of SN 0032 was unknown to the examiner. Please help if you remember my father. Sincerely, Carol Leseberg
CommentsGMG3 patrick speer in G4 Div. from 88-91, just wanted to check in and say hello. Anyone ever of or about SN Dallis Martin from 5th Deck Div.?
CommentsI was on broad from 1943 to 1946 in Engine Room #2 M-division. If any of my shipmate or still around I like to know. I was 17 year old and most of the boys was older then me. I been at the two reunions they had on board the ship but didn't see any one from engine room 2. Let me know if any one of you or still around.
CommentsHello- My Grandfather...Vincent Joseph Healey was stationed aboard the NewJersey I think in the late 50's while touring with the 7th fleet off Korea. I have GREAT color footage that I would like to share with you or the archives dept. In return I would love some education and details as to specifics about his rank, purpose of the tour etc. Please contact me with whom I could send a DVD copy of this footage. This would mean alot. He has since past on several years now but this footage was just found thanks chris healey 714-655-5954
Commentsshipmate from 85 to 88 captains gig 6th div. capt. glenn and katz. best time of my life. firepower baby!!!
CommentsMy name is Laura Keib. I am the youngest daughter of Ernest R. Keib, who served on the New Jersey during WWII. My family has been trying so hard to find ANY information with regard to his naval service. When he passed away in 1987, he took with him all his stories and any information on his time in the Navy and aboard his ship. We know he received some medals and citations, but do not know which ones, we also do not know if any of his shipmates are still alive and if there are any stories they can tell us about him, since he never spoke of his time in the service, nor of any friends of his. Same goes for any photos of him that his shipmates might be able to share with us. My father died almost exactly 1 year before his one and only grandson, Kurt was born. And his only son's daughters were both born in the 1990's and never knew their grandfather. The only grandchild that he ever got to know, was, of course, his favorite (since she was his first and only at that time), was Melanie, the first child of my middle sister Michelle. Melanie was only 2 years old when her "Pa" died. My mom, his widow Eleanor, passed away 3 years later. My sister Michelle first found your website, just by chance, and told me about it. And I thought that just maybe, your website could help tell his children and grandchildren, any stories or information about Seaman First Class (I believe), Ernie Keib, who rests in peace, next to his wife at Resurrection Cemetery in Justice, Illinois. Thank you so much. Laura A. Keib Crest Hill, IL lak121765@yahoo.com
CommentsThank you for the web site from a former crew member. October 1982 - July 1986 God bless Dave Lofton RM2
CommentsI really enjoy' my tour on the Jersey 1967-1969. Met a lot of good people and really had some super times that I will always cherish. If their were only a way to go back in time and do it over....I would meet you all back on those teak decks.
Commentsit was great to be able to go aboard the new jersey this year..but this will probably be my last time to go aboard.. as some has decided that every 3 years is to close together.. every 5 years probably all the world war 2 vets will be gone.. and half or more of the korean vets will be gone some of my shipmates i saw 3 years ago are not able to come now..and in 5 years i myself will be pushing 79 and am not in as good shape as i was 3 years ago..it has been good meeting those before me and after me..
CommentsLike many of you, I found out about this website and USS New Jersey Veterans, Inc. and the annual reunions by accident. This year I attended the reunion in Valley Forge which included a visit to the ship, which looks pretty good. The reunion was more than I ever dreamed. Spending time with the WWII, Korea, Vietnam (my era) and Gulf War era vets was an absolute joy. We were all brothers in arms and we spent hours swapping sea stories and just enjoying each other. One highlight was spending time with Admiral Snyder and Captain Penniston (Vietnam era COs) who both attended. I personally saw good friends I had not seen in 37 years. Shipmates, it is up to ALL of us to keep this group alive as long as possible. The WWII and Korean vets provide a good chunk of the attendance. But WWII vets are dying at the rate of 1,000 a day. I saw 70- and 80-year old vets (even an elderly widow of a WWII vet) there in force. We have around 1,300 members in this group but around 50,000 men served aboard Big J in her long proud history. There are thousands of our shipmates out there who do not even know this group or these reunions exist who would come at the drop of a hat if they knew. But with the passage of so many years, addresses and contacts are lost. The only way we can grow this group is for EVERY crewmember to search the internet, get out old contact information and CONTACT any crew member you know. I have found many crewmembers know of others and can contact them. If you DO have contact with a crew member, I urge you to ask them to join the group and update their contact information on the website and above all to come to these reunions if possible. We had so much fun you can't believe it. You are missing a great time by not coming. If your shipmates you know belong, urge them to come to the 2006 reunion in San Antonio, Texas and you be sure and come too! We had around 500 people this last time and many of those were family members of crew who brought them and they also enjoyed themselves. PLEASE, PLEASE do everything you can to grow and build this organization, search out and contact other crew, and promote participation in the reunions! Thanks!
CommentsMy father John(Jack)Murphy served aboard the USS New Jersey during the Korean War and I know he took great pride in that fact and was proud to be associated with the special people he served with.He really enjoyed the reunions and the chance to get to see all his old shipmates.Unfortunately,my father is very ill and in the hospital as of Oct. 5 ,2005.Anyone wishing to send their regards to him please notify me at my e-mail address and i'll pass them along.Prayers would be appreciated also.---God Bless from the Murphy family.
CommentsServed on board from March 87 to June 90 IC3 E-Division. Visiting all those places overseas on WestPacs and hanging out with all my buds were the best times of my life. Its great to go back in time and reminisce all those good old days.
CommentsServed in FM Div., 1956-57. BLUENOSE - 3 September 1956. Served on "USS IOWA" (my home state)prior to that. Attended FT School, Great Lakes, 1955-56.
CommentsFYI to whoever cares...my email changed from aol to comcast a while back, and my ship board mail is b.walters@battleshipnewjersey.org Hope you all had a good trip and got to see the many historical sites in the area.....along with the BB 62!! Bob W 55-57 N Div.
Commentslooking for anyone who worked with my husband sm2 at that time in the 60,s robert j. williams in os division. he is deacesed now but i need men who worked with him because of his death. thank you rita williams & family
CommentsI was a 5" Gunner's Mate onboard the Jersey from Mar. 1982 - July 1984. I recall serving with a 16" Gunner named Ernie Hanyecz. Years later watching the news of the tragic explosion onboard the USS Iowa, I saw the name Ernest Hanyecz on the list of sailors killed and assumed it was the same person I served with. While in Philadelphia a few months ago and learning the Jersey was across the river, I took a tour and learned of this website. I found the Taps page, but did not see Ernie's name listed. I contacted Ed Campbell, but nobody has been able to verify that the Ernest Hanyecz killed onboard the Iowa is the same that served onboard the Jersey even though the hometown listed on the Iowa website is the same as in my cruise book. If anybody can verify the Ernest Hanyecz killed onboard the Iowa is the same that served onboard the Jersey, please let Ed know so Ernie can have the honor he deserves of having his name posted on the Taps page. Thank you.
CommentsTo: 1940's Shipmates of My Father my father served on the New Jersey during WWII. I would be interested in any info you may have on him. His name is Bernard J. Constantino. I believe he was assigned to the mail room. Thanx, Curt Constantino
CommentsLookin for anybody from F/A Division 1986-1990.
CommentsSent: Wednesday, September 07, 2005 8:43 PM Subject: Crew member Dear Mr. Campbell My name is Debbie (Neff) Browning. My father served aboard the USS New Jersey from the time it was commissioned until 1945 or 1946. He was a radar tech. I'm not sure if that is the proper name for it or not--my father passed away June 6, (D-day) 2001.I have a couple of his journals, but there is a lot of time lapses between his entries. I'm assuming that they were kept pretty busy in the Pacific during that time. My father's name was Joseph Allen Neff Jr. If there is anyone who might remember him or knew him during this time, I would love to hear from them. My e-mail address is dbrowning@tls.net . Thank you so much for this web site and the opportunity to maybe find someone who served aboard the New Jersey with my dad. I miss him VERY much and it would be a great honor to be able to be in contact with those who served aboard the New Jersey. Sincerely, Debbie Browning
Comments1983-1985 #1 Fireroom, BR-Shop, and #3 Fireroom.
CommentsI served on the Jersey 1950-53 in FM Div. I am going to attend Reunion 2005. A former shipmate has asked me where can he buy a copy of 1950-51 cruise book SALVO. (That is the white book) Can someone help us to get one? or suggest where or who? Thanks for your help. Elmer Kohlhafer in North Carolina.
CommentsMy name is Cindi Hogan, my husband "Howard Hogan" was on board the Battleship in the early 1980's. My husband was pictured in the People Magazine Article on Bob Hope's USO Tour "Christmas in Beirut 1983." The picture I need is of Cathy Lee Crosby coming out of a hatch. My husband was holding the hatch open. Do you have any idea where I could find an extra copy, or the exact issue date and number, so that I can get a back issue from People Mag. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Respectfully, Cindi Hogan
CommentsHI ALL, I SERVED ON THE BIG J IN DIV's C - Q - AND FA DURING THE FIRST AND SECOND TOUR OF KOREA. I HAVE THE CRUISE BOOK FROM BOTH TOURS. I ALSO HAVE A PHOTO ALBUM OF MANY UNKNOWN SAILORS THAT I TOOK DURING THOSE 3 YEARS. I WILL BRING THEM TO THE REUNION IN VALLEY FORGE. IF YOU MIGHT REMEMBER ME DROP ME AN E-MAIL. JIM MALONEY IN THE FL KEYS.
CommentsOK 80's - 90's Crew Members. As is stands on Friday; Aug 26th there were only 3 of us registered for the upcoming Ships Reunion. As the longest era of operations in the history of our great Battleship, more of us will be needed to keep this going. If you haven't taken a trip back to the ship, it is as exciting as the first time you walked up the gang plank, saluted the ensign and requested permission to come aboard. Don't miss out on learning first hand from former shipmates how are ship has grown. This is a fantastic voyage to a perfect weekend. Don't miss out. Print off a reunion reservation and mail it it to be a part of a very exciting adventure. All the best, Peter V
CommentsSorry it wasn't 6th Division it was 3rd Division. Sorry bout that getting forgetful as I get older! Joe
CommentsHola All! Looking for shipmates in Deck Division 6. I was on board the recommissioning crew from 1982 to 1985 as a boatswain mate assigned to the aft deck. Yes I am a plank owner and very proud! Looking for an old buddy named Dennis Pack aka pac man, Slinger, Fontana, Veldez, Woodcock. Man finding this site sure gives me lots of memories. Wish I was 18 again and sailing into those ports! What a tour of duty that was! Give me a shout! jdillon10@cfl.rr.com God Bless you all
CommentsIf you find that Video let me know? I would be very interested in a copy, if I do, I'll let you know. Also-I am looking for the copy of the "PEOPLE MAGAZINE" regarding The Bob Hope "Christmas in Beirut" I have looked everywhere without luck, any info would be appreciated. My husband was on board during that time. Thanks for your time. Cindi Hogan
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