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" Ron, I was assigned to new construction of the USS Dubuque, she was commissoned Sept. 1 1967 and was de-commissioned Jun 2011, 44 years of service, good ship with good crew.
Several shipmates retired to Pascogoula (and then worked in the shipyard)…"
Several shipmates retired to Pascogoula (and then worked in the shipyard)…"
"Ronald, I remember both ships. Mayport is not the same, alot more commands. even Airdales. Mayport Rd is wall to wall businessess, Neptune and Atlantic Beaches have some streets block off.
Change is to be expected after 40-plus years, always great…"
Change is to be expected after 40-plus years, always great…"
"I was onboard Prairie 59-61. Worked in the boat shop as an EN3. Made two WESPAC cruises. Lot of good memories, good friends
and a great experience."
and a great experience."
"Arrived Pascogoula 1 April 67, traveling in dress blues, temperture up to about 100 degrees. Made it to Dubuque headquarter at 14st
and Engals Ave, The Chief Engineman had me line to share a mobile home accross the river in Gautier (Isles of Pine…"
and Engals Ave, The Chief Engineman had me line to share a mobile home accross the river in Gautier (Isles of Pine…"
"My first shore duty was Mayport, 63-65, was assighed to Special Services. What a racket, operated the three lane bowling alley , the Basin Bowl located in the theater and snack bar building.
Ron Bereman mention Norberg 's Bar on Mayport Rd, Norbergs…"
Ron Bereman mention Norberg 's Bar on Mayport Rd, Norbergs…"
"From Jacksonville, AL Nice to see a Alabama Navy group, hope to see alot more shipmates on this site. Was aboard several ships during
my time, 56-76. Enjoyed every minute of it.."
my time, 56-76. Enjoyed every minute of it.."
