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AUBERRY, J. C. Retired jcauberry@bellsouth.net "...I served aboard the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) from 1956 to 1959 (H-Division), USS Pine Island (AV-12) homeport at NAS North Island, San Diego, California, Piney Maru to X-Ray School at NAS North Island, San Diego, California, NAS Pensacola, Florida Hospital, and the USS Independence CVA 62. I retired 1974 Senior Chief Corpsman. I wish I could do it all over again. Greatest time of my life..." [27JUN2004]


BOYLE, Vincent vboyle2000@aol.com "...I am trying to reach anyone that was connected with FAW-2 from 1952 to 1953. I was TAD from the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) to the group to play basketball for them. We won the Far East Championship tht year. Would love to get in touch. Have a picture of the team with names of all the players. Hope this reaches someone. At the time Admiral TB Williamson was the head honcho. Especially woud like to get in touch with anyone who knew LT Jerry Hovland..." [E-Mail Updated 09MAR2006 | 11DEC2002]


Memorial Picture "...CORNETT, CAPTAIN Charles S. Chuck Retired...Dad passed away on June 25,2004. Please feel free to contact me if you wish...LCDR Katharine J. Ray, Retired kjray1@charter.net...Commissioned under Seaman to Admiral Program in 1956. Served in VP-42 NAS North Island, San Diego, California from 1958 until 1962. PPC of Crews 4 & 10 and Line Division Officer. Served as Navigator, USS Salisbury Sound (AV13), NAS Whidbey Island, Washington, 1965 until decommissioning in 1967. VP-8 from 1967 until 1970 as Maintenance Officer and PPC Crew 6. 1970 until May 1971 ASW Officer, ComPatWingsLant. 1971-1972 Admin Officer, FAW-11 NAS Jacksonville, Florida. 1973-1974 XO/CO VP-56 NAS Jacksonville, Florida. Retired June 1 as XO NAS Jacksonville, Florida. Currently residing in Gulf Breeze, Florida and volunteering as Tour Guide at Museum of Naval Aviation..." [Decease Update 29JAN2005 } BIO/E-Mail Updated 20JUL2002 | 30APR98]

CRAIN, AMS3 Ronald R. craingraphics@sbcglobal.net "...I served aboard the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) from 1960 to 1964. Two years were spent in V-1 Division that provided support for VP-50's P5Ms. I was a Fuel Boat Coxswain during Operations. My Uncle, CDR W. H. Smith, was Commanding Officer (CO) of VP-50 from June 1963 to June 1964. I tried to transfer to VP-50 but was unsuccessful since my rate was ASM3. My remaining two years were spent as an aid to four of the ships CO's (Roemer, Holloway, Durham and Hershy). They even gave me a state room to work on designing our Cruisebooks. I signed up for the Underwater Demolition Team (UDT), but it didn't happen. It was great to serve, and I commend those men of VP-50 and other squadrons who put forth a great sacriface for our freedom..." [BIO Updated 13MAR2007 | 27JUL2004]


DARBY, TE3 Huey Swamprocker@webtv.net "...I was aboard the "Salley" ( USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13)) from April 1955 to December 1956. Assigned to OR in May of that year OJT for Telleman. Went up to the rank of TE3 in June of 1956. Some of the best times of my life were spent aboard the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13). My most lasting friendships were formed during this time. I would like to hear from any of my shipmates at anytime. Thanks..." [28MAY2002]

DAVIS, SN Vincent Van mc2davix@aol.com "...I served aboard the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13)..." [12APR2009]

DONAHO, CAPTAIN D. G. (Deceased) c/o His Grandson Richard Doyle Donaho ice_9@bellsouth.net "...My grandfather served on USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13). His name was Capt. D.G. Donaho. After my father passed away, my mother gave a few things to me that he wanted me to have. A sword (or maybe it is a cutlass), his insignia, his flag. Interesting in hearing from anyone that may have known him..." [13OCT2001]


GANNAWAY, CEC David "Joe" Retired jose196@juno.com "...I served aboard the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) from August 1960 to November 1963 as an Electricians Mate. I enjoyed my time there, I met alot of great people on her. If anyone reads this that remembers me email me..." [25MAY2004]


HADLEY, Gerald sister@hotmail.com "...I served aboard USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) from April 1954 to April 1956 in the Fox Division as Gunnery Office Yeoman. Shipmates called me "sister" because I punched a typewriter. Loved my tour of duty and would like to hear from anyone who served aboard the "Sully" during those two years..." [28JUN2004]

HENDERSON, James C. (Tex) jhenders@vvm.com "...I served from June 1952 to January 1956 on the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) as an electrician mate. I would like to hear from any former Shipmates..." [23JUL2004]

HENRY, Barry barry1200@comcast.net "...I served adoard the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) in G Division from November 1964 to January 1967. We have Reunions every year for all who served aboard. Please e mail me for more information..." [13SEP2004]

HODGE, CS3 Henry Oliver bulldawg99@alltel.net "...I served aboard the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) in 1966..." [23SEP2003]

HUNSUCKER, Nathan TheArkie_8@excite.com "...I served aboard the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) a seaplane tender that tended seaplanes in the bay at Cam Ranh Bay, in 1965 and again in 1966..." [10FEB2001]


JOHNSON, John W. c/o His Grandson Mike Keeton gmikekeeton@aol.com "...My grandfather, John W. Johnson, served on the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) from 1956 to 1960..." [12FEB2002]

JOHNSON, ATN2 John johnnie5@mchsi.com "...Was a member of VW-1 from 1965 to 1966 and flew on Crew 6 and 7. Remember fellow crew members Green, Kelly, and R.C. Armstrong (PC). Went to USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) in NAF Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam and last at NAS Whidbey Island, Washington. Fun 4 years. 54 combat missions and too many storms to remember - plus Market Time Patrol. "Skid Marks In The Sky"..." [16JUL2004]


KAFRISSEN, Don dondiredsil@wmconnect.com "...I served aboard the
USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) from 1963 to 1965 in V-2 Division. The LCDR of the Air Division was John Kneisel..." [04DEC2003]

KOLLING, ADR2 Larry E. lekolling@yahoo.com "...My last rate was ADR2. I was a Plane Captain on a AD5 with tail #33860 WST NAS Patuxent River, Maryland 1960 to June 1962, next to NAS Midway Island with Airborne Early Warning Barrier Squadron Pacific NAS Midway Island Det. June 1962 to June 1963. There I was a Ground Engineer on the WV2 working the late night shift. My last duty was aboard the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13). I would like to hear from anyone who I served with..." [03NOV2005]

KRAUS, Robert deltaops66@aol.com "...I served aboard the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) from 1964 to 1967 R-DIV SFM/2. Looking for Shipmates. You can contact me via my e-mail or (925)825-7929..." [31DEC2003]


LUTZ, Wayne tuff@cyberscope.net "...I made a WestPac cruise with the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) from 1963 to 1964 and also Alaska. It was a good point in my life and one to remember. I served in the V1 Divison but ran the Paint Locker while overseas. I would like to find a USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) Patch. I lost mine moving (someone stole the whole truck and it was never found)..." [12SEP2004]


McGINTY, Dorman dormanmcginty@msn.com "...I served on the "Sally" from July 1963 to June 1964. I was a Radioman 2nd class and loved the ship and the tour of duty on her. Alameda to WestPac to Washington and Alaska. What a trip!..." [31DEC2003]

Memorial Picture "...MOORER, Admiral Thomas H...(Served with VP-22, VB-132, FAW-2, FAW-10, and USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13)) - Retired U.S. Navy Adm. Thomas Moorer, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from July 1970 to June 1974 and chief of naval operations from 1967 to 1970, died today at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, Md. He was 91. The 41-year Navy veteran retired from active duty in 1974, ending a distinguished career that included service as the seventh chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and 18th chief of naval operations. Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable Gordon England, praised the admiral's distinguished service by saying, "Admiral Thomas Moorer served his country with honor, courage and commitment throughout his active and dynamic life. "His bravery in combat, his dedication and strong leadership as chief of naval operations and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff guided our Navy, and our armed forces, through some of the most turbulent years in America's history." Marine Corps Gen. Peter Pace, vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said, "I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Admiral Tom Moorer. He served the United States Navy and our great nation with distinction. Admiral Moorer's legacy, as both chief of naval operations, and as the seventh chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, has made a lasting impression on all of us who have followed. "On behalf of General Myers, and all the Joint Chiefs of Staff, I offer our heartfelt condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Moorer family during this difficult time. May you draw comfort from your memories, as we remember fondly how Admiral Moorer served his country - and all of us - so well." Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Vern Clark added, "Admiral Moorer's leadership had a profound impact on our institution and a personal influence on many of us who were fortunate enough to serve under him. He displayed extraordinary courage both in combat and in the process of instituting positive change throughout our military." Born Feb. 9, 1912, in Mt. Willing, Ala., Adm. Moorer graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1933. After completing naval aviation training at the Pensacola Naval Air Station in 1936, he flew with fighter squadrons based on the carriers Langley, Lexington and Enterprise. Adm. Moorer was serving with Patrol Squadron Twenty-Two at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, when the Japanese attacked in December 1941. His squadron subsequently participated in the Dutch East Indies Campaign in the Southwest Pacific where he flew numerous combat missions. Moorer received a Purple Heart after being shot down and wounded off the coast of Australia in February 1942 and then surviving an attack on the rescue ship, which was sunk by enemy action the same day. Moorer received the Distinguished Flying Cross for his valor three months later when he braved Japanese air superiority to fly supplies into and evacuate wounded out of the island of Timor. Tours afloat included operations officer aboard USS Midway and on the staff of Commander Carrier Division Four, Atlantic Fleet. Moorer commanded USS Salisbury Sound. Promoted to vice admiral in 1962, Moorer took command of the Seventh Fleet, and in June 1964 became commander in chief of the Pacific Fleet as a full admiral. One year later, he took command of NATO's U.S. Atlantic Command and the U.S. Atlantic Fleet, becoming the first naval officer to command both the Pacific and Atlantic Fleets. President Johnson appointed him chief of naval operations in 1967, and after serving almost three years, President Nixon selected him to be chairman of the Joints Chiefs of Staff--the first naval officer to hold this position in 13 years. On July 2, 1974, Adm. Moorer retired from active duty. At his retirement ceremony, a second Department of Defense Distinguished Service Medal was presented by Secretary of Defense James R. Schlesinger for extraordinary performance of duty and exceptional achievement as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from January 1973 to June 1974. In this citation, the secretary of defense said, "I particularly note that Tom Moorer has always put his country's interests before anything else, and it is this quality I recognize in presenting him the only oak leaf cluster ever given to the Defense Distinguished Service Medal." Adm. Moorer is survived by his wife, the former Carrie Ellen Foy, and their four children...Tom Frohne t@frohne.com" [25FEB2004]

MOORER, ADMIRAL Thomas H. http://navsci.berkeley.edu/NIMITZ/pastspeaker-1990.html "...Thomas Hinman Moorer was born in Mount Willing, Alabama, February 9, 1912, son of the late Dr. R. R. Moorer and the late Mrs. (Hulda Hill Hinson) Moorer. He graduated from Cloverdale High School in Montgomery, Alabama, Valedictorian of the Class of 1927, and on June 10, 1929, entered the U. S. Naval Academy. As a midshipman he played football for three years. He graduated and was commissioned an ensign on June 1, 1933, and through subsequent promotions attained the rank of rear admiral on August 1, 1958; vice admiral, on October 5, 1962 and admiral, on June 26, 1964. After graduation in June 1933, he served six months on board the USS SALT LAKE CITY as a junior officer in the gunnery department. He assisted in fitting out the USS NEW ORLEANS at the Navy Yard, New York, and served in the cruiser's gunnery and engineering departments from her commissioning on February 15, 1934, until he detached in June 1935. During the next year, he was a student at the NAS Pensacola, Florida. After completing the flight training in July 1936, he was designated a Naval Aviator. In August 1936 he was assigned to Fighting Squadron ONE- B, based briefly on the USS Langley I (AV-3) and later on the USS LEXINGTON. He was transferred in July 1937 to Fighting Squadron SIX, based on the USS ENTERPRISE, and continued duty with that squadron until August 1939. He then joined VP-22, a unit of FAW-2, and later FAW-10, and was with that Squadron at Pearl Harbor, Territory of Hawaii, when the Japanese attacked the Fleet there on December 7, 1941. His squadron was sent to the Southwest Pacific and during the Dutch East Indies Campaign, he was shot down in a PBY on February 19, 1942, north of Darwin, Australia. He was rescued by a ship which was sunk by enemy action the same day. He was awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received February 19, 1942, and the Silver Star Medal for "extremely gallant and intrepid conduct as pilot of a Patrol Plane during and following an attack by enemy Japanese aircraft in the vicinity of Cape Diemen, February 19, 1942..." After his return to the United States in July 1942, he had temporary duty from August of that year to March of the next in the United Kingdom, as a mining observer for the Commander in Chief, U. S. Fleet. He then fitted out and assumed command of VB-132, operating in Cuba and Africa from its base at Key West, Florida, Boca Chica Air Base. Detached from that command, he served as gunnery and tactical officer on the staff of Commander Air Force, Atlantic, from March 1944 to July 1945. He was awarded the Legion of Merit: "For meritorious conduct ... as Force Gunnery and Tactical Officer on the Staff of Commander Air Force, Atlantic Fleet..." From August 1945 until May 1946, he was assigned to the Strategic Bombing Survey-Japan of the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, engaged in the interrogation of Japanese officials. For two years thereafter, he served as executive officer of the Naval Aviation Ordnance Test Station, NAS Chincoteague, Virginia. He next had duty afloat as operations officer of the USS MIDWAY (July 1948-July 1950). Reporting in August 1950 to Inyokern, California, he served for a year as experimental officer of the Naval Ordnance Test Station. During the year following, he was a student at the Naval War College, Newport, Rhode Island, and in August 1953, again reported for duty on the staff of Commander Air Force, Atlantic Fleet. In May 1955 he was ordered to the Navy Department to serve as aide to the Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Air) and in July 1956 was detached to sea duty as commanding officer aboard USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13). On July 26, 1957 his selection for the rank of Rear Admiral was approved by the President and in October of the same year, he reported as Special Assistant, Strategic Plans Division, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, Navy Department. From January 1, 1958 until July 1959, he was Assistant Chief of Naval Operations (War Gaming Matters), after which he commanded Carrier Division SIX. He returned to the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations in November 1960 and served as Director of the Long Range Objectives Group until October 1962 when he assumed command of the SEVENTH Fleet. For his service in this assignment he was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal. In June 1964 he became Commander in Chief of the Pacific Fleet. Admiral Moorer assumed command of NATO's Allied Command, Atlantic, the U. S. Unified Atlantic Command, and the U. S. Atlantic Fleet on April 30, 1965. On June 17, 1967, he was awarded a Gold Star in lieu of a second Distinguished Service Medal: "For exceptionally meritorious service as Commander in Chief Atlantic, Commander in Chief U. S. Atlantic Fleet, Commander in Chief Western Atlantic Area, and Supreme Allied Commander Atlantic..." On June 3, 1967, he was named by President Johnson to succeed Admiral David L. McDonald, USN, as Chief of Naval Operations, Navy Department. Admiral Moorer became the eighteenth Chief of Naval Operations on August 1, 1967. On January 13, 1969, he was awarded a Gold Star in lieu of a Third Award of the Distinguished Service Medal "For exceptionally meritorious service as Chief of Naval Operations from August 1967 to January 1969." He was reappointed Chief of Naval Operations by President Nixon on June 12, 1969. He was then nominated by President Nixon on April 14, 1970, to serve as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The Senate confirmed the appointment on June 17, 1970. On July 1, 1970, he was awarded a Gold Star in lieu of a Fourth Award of the Distinguished Service Medal "for exceptionally meritorious service to the Government of the United States in a duty of great responsibility as the Chief of Naval Operations from August 1967 to July 1970." The citation reflects his contributions to the modernization of the Navy's ships and aircraft, to the United State's future status as a world maritime power, to the security of the United States, and in support of United States foreign power and national strategy. On July 2, 1970, Admiral Moorer assumed the office of Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. He was reappointed as Chairman of the J CS by President Nixon on June 20, 1972. This second appointment was confirmed by the Senate on June 30, 1972. The Defense Distinguished Service Medal was presented by Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird on January 10, 1973 for "extraordinary meritorious and distinguished service to the Government of the United States in a position of unique responsibility as Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff from July 1970 through January 1973." The accompanying citation notes, "Admiral Moorer has carried the heavy responsibilities of the country's senior military officer with great distinction during a crucial period in the history of the United States." He has been relied upon extensively by the President, the National Security Council, and the Secretary of Defense for advice and counsel, which "has invariably been characterized by thoroughness, accuracy and wisdom." Also cited are his contributions in the areas of negotiations related to the Strategic Arms Limitations, Mutual and Balanced Force Reductions, Incidents at Sea, and the effectiveness of the Joint Chiefs of Staff representing the Armed Forces of the U. S. in the national security decision making process. On July 2, 1974, Admiral Moorer retired from active duty. At his retirement ceremony, a second Department of Defense Distinguished Service Medal was presented by Secretary of Defense James R. Schlesinger for extraordinary performance of duty and exceptional achievement as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from January 1973 to June 1974. In this citation the Secretary of Defense said, "I particularly note that Tom Moorer has always put his country's interests before anything else, and it is this quality I recognize in presenting him the only oak leaf cluster ever given to the Defense Distinguished Service Medal." Admiral Thomas H. Moorer, the former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, has joined the Board of Directors of NewsMax.com..." [20JUN2003]

MORROW, Richard "Dick" c/o His Son Steve Morrow Boxjudge@aol.com "...My Father, Richard "Dick" Morrow, served aboard the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) from 1949-1951. He was a Fire Control Technician 3rd Class. I would appreciate hearing from any of his Shipmates and will happily forward any responses to him. Many thanks. A son of a son of a Sailor..." [22JUN2002]


NICHOLS, Stuart (Stu) "Nick" stu@rof.net "...I served aboard the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) from 1948 to 1949 and would like to hear from any of my Shipmates. I was in the "R" Division as a carpenter's mate in Damage Control..." [16NOV2004]


PHILLIPS, Charles phillipscnj@aol.com "...I served with VP-40 from 1956 to 1958. I never made it to plane crew, but I did pull a lot of them up the ramp there at NAS North Island, San Diego, California and in the P.I. I was then transferd to the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13). I'm 63 now and look back as if it was yesterday. I would like to thank everyone that has contributed, so that once again I can look back and say I was there..." [02NOV2002]


REGISTER, LT Jim c/o David Register david.a.register@saic.com "...I'm trying to find anyone who remembers serving with my father, LT Jim Register. He was assigned to the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) during the Korean War. Please email me if you remember him. Thanks..." [22JUL2004]

RIORDAN, John L. boot_51@hotmail.com "...I served on the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) from January 1952 to May 1954 in V-2 Division then to VP-50 from May 1954 to February 1955 then home. I look back on my time in the Navy as the best time of my life. Would like to hear from some one who might remember me. My nickname on the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) was BOOT (don't remember why but I must have done something stupid)..." [BIO Updated 01DEC2003 | 26JUN2001]

ROBERTSON, AX2 Claude "Robby" claude45@centurytel.net "...I served with VP-40 (AX2) from 1965 to 1967. I worked in shops on the USS Careton, USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) and USS Pine Island (AV-12). Please yell if you remember me..." [E-Mail Updated 21AUG2010 | E-Mail Updated 08SEP2008 | 18MAR2004]


SCHUG, James c/o Jay Schug jschug@acewater.com "...My father, James Schug, served on the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13). I don't know for sure shen he was on board but I believe it was circa 1950-1953. Would be interested in hearing from any Shipmates who may have known him..." [02FEB2004]

SEIBER, Billy L. billymail1938@gmail.com "...I served aboard the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) (1957-1961). I worked in the Shipfitter Shop (R Divison Damage Control) for Chief Richards..." [23AUG2015]

STARLING, BM3 Rodney D. rdstar1@bellsouth.net "...I served on the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) from approximately 1956 to 1957. My duties onboard were: quad 40mm gunnery loader during drills. I also was a cook and head chef for the Chief Petty Officers mess. I cooked 3 meals a day for 37 men. I made out the menus, acquired the necessary supplies and prepared the food with the help of a two mess cooks under me. My rank at one time was Third Class Boatswain's Mate and with that rank I also captained one of the boats that towed the seaplanes out and towed them in for repairs. There are many other things I could recount but they escape right now. I would like to get a crew roster for the years 1956 and 1957..." [20MAY2007]


WEBB, Mark (Norman and Jack) mwmovies@jps.net "...I served aboard the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13) from from 1965 to 1967 with the V-2 Division as a Radio Operator on the crash boat in Viet Nam..." [24FEB2007]

WILLIAMS, Al Williams BLKWARRIORS@aol.com "...I served aboard the U. S. S. Salisbury Sound (AV13) during her last tour in Vietnam. It was a wonderful ship and a great crew. I was very pleased to read the history of the "Sally" on your web site. After more than thirty years, I now know the true history of my ship..." [11JAN2001]


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