You would be purchasing the uss independence cva 62 cruise book during this time period. Helicopters of hmm166 rein aboard uss tarawa lha1 march, 2008. Constellation cv 64 naval cruise book, class of 1985, page 10 of 438 has the largest online yearbook collection of college, university, high school, middle school, junior high school, military, naval cruise books and yearbooks. We booked a mediterranean cruise and its a better value than you might think the simple dollar. The latest cruise news, covering new ships, cruise offers, the best ports of call, and deals on top sailings. Each digital book is the same price regardless of its size or rarity. She entered service in 1959, with much of her early years spent in the mediterranean fleet. Cruise book covers cv62 uss independence cv62 association. Camden aoe 2 naval cruise book, class of 1987, page 7 of 6. On 10 october 1942, ten months after pearl harbor, the predecessor of attack squadron one hundred fifteen va115, was commissioned as torpedo squadron eleven vt11 by the navy department. Includes photographs of crew members along with crew activities on and off the carrier. Each page has been placed on a cd for years of enjoyable computer viewing. The fifth uss independence cvcva62 was an aircraft carrier of the united states navy.
Knowing all of the steps that happen before you leave port and how long it can take will help you arrive with plenty of. Redesignated as a multimission carrier cv 62 28 february 1973. Book documents their mediterranean cruise 1982 1983. Vaq6 gauntlets squadron history from the 1982 83 cruise book. We are an independent, advertisingsupported comparison service.
Had a geat time while i served onboard and made some good friends. Should you use a travel agent when booking a cruise. Commissioned in january 1959, she made a caribbean shakedown cruise and, from august 1960 to february 1961, made the first of what would ultimately total well over a dozen deployments to. They include the volumes in the navy department librarys collection, the nations largest cruise book collection. Uss independence cva 62 1962 uss independence cva 62 1966 uss independence cv 62 197475. Tactical electronic warfare squadron one thirty six was established at naval air station whidbey island, washington on 6 april 1973, as the fifth operational to employ the ea6b prowler. Uss ranger 1957 1958 cruise book, 1st cruise book 20aug1958 ports. Navy air power in the mediterranean sea resulted when the battle groups of the forrestal cv 59 and independence joined forces with the dwight d.
Uss independence cv 62 combat cruise book 198384 did you serve aboard uss independence cv 62. Uss independence cv 62 mediterranean and indian ocean. Uss tarawa has an electrical power subsystem developing 14,000 kilowatts to provide electrical power for the ship adequate electrical power to light 11,500 homes for 50,000 people. Bring the cruise book to life with this multimedia presentation. For rating shirts click on your rating abbreviation below. Back to uss independence cv 62 mediterranean cruise book 1982 page. Worked in the uhf center up in the island and also worked in the crypto shop from jan 81 to jun 82. Navy air power in the mediterranean sea resulted when the battle groups of forrestal and independence joined forces with dwight d. Printing is also easily possible because of the high resolution and the missing watermarks.
In 1982, uss independence provided critical support to the multinational peacekeeping force in lebanon. Camden aoe 2 naval cruise book, class of 1987, page 7 of 6 has the largest online yearbook collection of college, university, high school, middle school, junior high school, military, naval cruise books and yearbooks. The navy does not stock or sell copies of ships cruise books. Ss independence 19512001 and ss constitution 19511995.
Uss independence mediterranean cruise book, 1961, gray ghost for practice pdf, naval aviation news, august 1958 vice adm. One of the newest class of supercarriers at the time of her commissioning, independence conducted shakedown training in the caribbean and arrived her home port norfolk, 30 june 1959. The cruise book scans and photos linked below were obtained from. In 1982, independence provided critical support to the multinational. Curts ffg 38 naval cruise book, class of 1991, page 10 of 104. The squadron flew chance vought f4u4 corsairs while attached to air group two on board uss midway cv41. Navy cruise books for various years and ships from 1919 to 2009. The fall saw her go to the caribbean to help with quarantining cuba during the russian missile crisis. Mcelroy in command one of the newest class of supercarriers at the time of her commissioning, independence conducted shakedown training in the. She was the fourth and final member of the forrestal class of conventionally powered supercarriers. Cruise book, uss enterprise cvan65, westpac, 1982 1983, includes time spent at puget sound naval shipyard, bremerton, washington january 1979 to february 1982. It was during this cruise that the ship was awarded the meritorious unit. Whether you prefer an ocean megaship or a quaint river sailing, get the latest on all the ships at sea, the best excursions. Uss nimitz cvn68 mediterranean 19821983 gg archives.
Ntc san diego 1981282 anchor ntc san diego 1982 935 anchor ntc san diego 1983207 anchor. Served in oe division on the uss america as fc1fcc jul 1992 oct 1994. The fifth independence cva62 was launched by new york navy yard 6 june 1958. Canisteo ao 99 naval cruise book, class of 1982, page. Navy emporiumplease view our commemorative uss independence cv62 products in our ships store. Rare uss bradley ff1041 1982 1983 westpac cruise book. Independence was decommissioned in 1998 after 39 years of active. Cruise book covers click here 1982 cruise provided by dave foley sparrowhawk 23 oct 83 28 oct 83 operation urgent fury cruise book covers click here 198384 silver anniversary.
Welcome to the uss independence cv62 guestbook forum. Curts ffg 38 naval cruise book, class of 1991, page 10 of 104 has the largest online yearbook collection of college, university, high school, middle school, junior high school, military, naval cruise books and yearbooks. Cruise books are yearbookstyle books put together by volunteers on board ship to commemorate a deployment. In 1982, independence provided critical support to the multinational peacekeeping force in lebanon. Uss saratoga cvcvacvb60, was the second of four forrestalclass supercarriers built for the united states navy in the 1950s. Book 1 edition published in 1982 in english and held by 2 worldcat member libraries. Uss independence cv62 19881989 30th anniversary cruise book. Our goal is to help you make smarter financial decisions by providing you with interactive tools and financial calculators, publishing original and objective content, by enabl. Alameda to 1975 10nov1958 careless magazine explosion kills 2, off san francisco 3jan1959 to 27jul1959 1st westpac cruise. Here you can download the uss independence cv 62 mediterranean cruise book 1982 as a high resolution. Cruise books, usually similar in general content and format to high school or college yearbooks, are not official publications.
Cruise book cd presentation advantages and features. Navy cruise book uss nicholson dd 982 military history photo. Be the first to discover secret destinations, travel hacks, and more. Ballast 12,000 tons of seawater for trimming the ship supports operations uss tarawa cruise book. Jim stiles et3 20 aug 82 25 jul 86 william bob wible ds3 may 1983 feb 1987 douglas bishop ds2 jul 1980 oct 1983 edwin heard et2 1981 1982. Heres why youre better off booking your next cruise on your own. Uss independence status information provided by n v r. Firefox and some other search engines are not suitable use internet explorer for this page to load perfectly. Graphics outlined in blue and blue underlined text, are links to other pages click with mouse to go to that page. Laid down 1 july 1955, launched 6 june 1958, commissioned 10 jan 1959.
They are compiled by the officers and men of a ship, unit, or station for private distribution and customarily published by a local job printing firm. The oncebooming travel agent industry has seen more than its share of changes in recent decades. You will be able to zoom in to better read names etc. Welcome to the uss independence cv62 guestbook forum navy. Cruise book, uss enterprise cvn65, enterprise battle group, cvw17, mediterraneanarabian gulf deployment 96, 688. She operated off the virginia capes for the next year on training maneuvers, and departed 4 august 1960 for her first cruise to the mediterranean. Get the best deals on uss cruise when you shop the largest online selection at. Pictures of friends, port calls and facts about their commands can all be found. Uss independence cv62, silver anniversary 19591984. The first carrier off the east coast to make a westpac cruise. Ship name hull number year of cruise or publication aaaron ward dm34 1945 abbot dd629 1958, 1960 abraham lincoln cvn72 1993 acadia ad42 1985, 1991.
The fifth uss independence cv cva62 was an aircraft carrier of the united states navy. Here you can download the uss independence cv 62 mediterranean and indian ocean cruise book 198485 as a high resolution. With these five dreamy thanksgiving cruises, you might rethink all the thanksgivings to come. Are you thinking about a romantic couples trip or a family vacation to make up for lost travel time in 2020. Camden aoe 2 naval cruise book, class of 1987, page 7. Cruise book covers click here 1982 cruise book cover provided by dave foley sparrowhawk cruise book covers click here 198384 silver anniversary cruise book cover. Cruise book and document reproduction naval historical. It may be time to move from daydreaming about your next cruise vacation to serious pla. Reasons you should never book a cruise through a travel agent. Check out our uss independence cv 62 crew list and reconnect with old shipmates. Named for the right of selfgovernment, the fifth uss independence was commissioned on jan. In 1982, the ship provided critical support to the multinational peacekeeping force in lebanon. Stricken to be disposed of, type of disposal not known. Ships and aircraft of the us fleet 11th through th editions.
Canisteo ao 99 naval cruise book, class of 1982, page 7 of 106 has the largest online yearbook collection of college, university, high school, middle school, junior high school, military, naval cruise books and yearbooks. So began the history of one of oldest squadrons still in. Curts ffg 38 naval cruise book, class of 1991, page 10. A former crew member of the mighty o has made the entire collection of cruise books from the uss oriskany available in digital format. Each cruise book cd will automatically start when inserted in your computers cd drive. Cruises are bigticket items, and if you dont plan correctly, you could risk not getting the vacation youve paid for, particularly if you are a firsttime cruiser. Cruise books these cruise books have been donated to the independence memorial library for use in developing this site 1965 westpac cruise john l. Canisteo ao 99 naval cruise book, class of 1982, page 7. Cv62 book join the navy and see the world by independence aircraft carrier. These 10 sailing experiences offer michelinworthy dining and insider access to some of the worlds most pristine places. Indy 5898 ships company pages click here indy cruise book cover pages click here indy 5898 ships company pages click here. In 1960, she saw her first cruise to the mediterranean.
Like school yearbooks, they are usually paid for by. United states navy cruise book collection gg archives. Uss independence cv 62 mediterranean cruise book 1982. Book documents their operation iragi freedom cruise from 2002 2003. Maybe its because of the little planning that is required or perhaps because you are secluded in.
Uss independence cv 62 mediterranean cruise book 1982 va176. Independence cv62 197374, 197475, 197576, 1977, 1979, 198081, 1982, 198384, 198485, 198889, 1990, 199192, 199394, 1995, 1996, 199798 indiana bb58 194245 indra arl37 196768. Med cruise cvw6 departed 07 jun 1982 returned 22 dec 1982. Navy ship, and the second aircraft carrier, to be named for the battles of saratoga in the american revolutionary war.
Get the best deals on uss cruise when you shop the largest online. Cruise books capture the most personal memories of a sailors navy career. Proposed amphibious landing into kuwait was awarded her fourth admiral flatley award uss tarawa cruise book 2007 2008 and the ship departed pascagoula 7. While it may not be for everyone, cruises are extremely popular for many vacationers. From the 1982 83 cruise book fighter squadron one five one was originally commissioned fighter squadron twentythree in 1948 at naval air station oceana, virginia. Cruise books in the navy department librarys collection. Gray areas represent discrepancies in datesinformation between different sources. When youre about to head on a cruise it can be a little stressful to make sure youre fully prepared before you leave. The ease of online travel booking sites and companies like uber and airbnb. In addition to an embarked helicopter squadron, the ship operated with temporarily assigned av8a. Dec 22, 2020 original vintage united states navy rare cruise book for the aircraft carrier uss independence cv62 med deployment june 7, 1982 to december 22, 1982.
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