The USS Maryland Guestbookhi i am looking for somone named mike evon i cant find the number he gave me but i really want to talk to him nicole <> charlotte, mi USA - Denver, n.: A smallish city located just below the `O' in Colorado. paxil paxil <> NY, USA - I'm One of F.A.Cuny sons I was surfing the net looking for info on model ships and found the link The Fightin Mary web site. Very Nice Christopher Cuny <> Kenner, La USA - Hello! I am one of Charles R. Pinnell's granddaughters...he is a USS Maryland Pearl Harbor survivor. Let me know if you have any info that I can pass on to him as he is not an internet user. Thanks! Trene Pinnell Anderson <> Ottawa, IL USA - I was a gun striker, turret two, from 1943- 1947. Chief turret captain-Miller. First class guns- Williams, Hamby, Chub Chappel. All four were Peril Harbor survivors! Bevo Covington Byhalia , MS USA - I DEY HERE HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO COOL SITE KEEP ON MUGU ONYE EZE <> LOME, 12 USA - i would like to know what i need to do to have my father's name, Julian Joseph Smith ,added to the list on your memorial board.He was aboard the Maryland during WWII.he passed away on December 28,2003 Thank You, Audrey cheramie audrey smith cheramie <> cut off, la USA - i would like to know what i need to do to have my father's name, Julian Joseph Smith ,added to the list on your memorial board.He was aboard the Maryland during WWII. Thank You, Audrey cheramie audrey smith cheramie <> cut off, la USA - my dad surved proudly on the uss maryland, that is all he spoke of until he died Dec.28,2003.I would like to keep up with information about this organization audrey smith cheramie <> cut off, la USA - My Brother Warren Joseph Firmes served on th USS Maryland and was on the ship during the Pearl Harbour Attack. He is now living in Murietta Calif. the father of 3 and is 80 years of age in fair health. Would like to hear from any who served with him and I will forward to him. David Firmes <> Glendale, CA USA - My Uncle Charles Forselles lives in Alaska and proudly served on the USS Maryland, and of course was at Pearl Harbor when it was attacked. Thank you to all who served. God bless the USA! Tom Forselles <> San Luis Obispo, CA USA - For George H Thomas CPO ('31-'37) "Tom" is 95 and looking forward to Seattle Brendan J Walker <> Chula Vista, Ca USA - I am looking for any books on the ship as well as pictures. My father Charles (Chuck) Dean Crabb we a gunner on her. Ritchie Crabb <> Ogden, UT USA - I think i met you in colledge. Remeber UPEN? Natali. custom bumper stickers <> NY, NY USA - This is a very solemn site for preserving the Honor, Courage and Commitment of all who served aboard her and their famlies. David Wortman, BM1/USN (ret.) <> WI USA - Hello: My father, Amado Sanchez Jr, served on the USS Maryland during WWII. I believe he served around 1944 - 1945, I have to double check the dates. My father passed away on the morning of May 30, 2004 after a long illness. He told us, his family, stories about his WWII service. He was very proud of his service, as we are of him, and the men who fought along side of him. We have pictures of him and some of his comrades aboard the USS Maryland. I am very proud of my dad and I wish to honor his memory. If you have any stories about my dad, my family and I would love to hear from you. Thank you all & peace be with you. Norma Sanchez Orozco Norma Sanchez Orozco <> Fountain, CO USA - my father was on this ship.. Lisa sisco daughter of Glen D Mayhan <> Houlka, Ms USA - Son of Glen D. Mayhan, gunner's mate WWII. Ricky D. Mayhan <> Corinth, Ms. USA - I have a souvenier piece of wood decking ,from the Maryland, free to anyone who wants it. send me an address, and brother was born 3 weeks after Pearl Harbor and named James after Ltjg James Ginn. Bill USA - Ltjg(AV) James Blackburn Ginn was assigned to the USS Maryland and was killed in an air crash 10 miles west of Barbers Point on December 7, 1941. What type of plane was he flying? My brother was born 3 weeks after Pearl Harbor and named James after Ltjg James Ginn. Bill <> USA - My brother J. Arnold Bickel was a crew member serving WWII I recently heard from him in a conversation we had. He was in the crows nest when it was hit my sucide plane from what I gathered. He prefers not discuss as I'm sure most vet's do. I would like to know more about the Maryland just as for my own interest of what all he and others went thru both good and bad times during that terrible period in US history. Items such as crew members who served or site, I can find them. Any pictures of crew members or of my brother on board if that is possible. Please advise. Thanks Marvin D. Bickel <> jefferson city, mo USA - I an very happy that I found your site!! My Grandfather, Giles Evans, was aboard the Maryland. He is alive and well and living in Lakewood also. I'm not real sure on how he would feel about me contacting any of his shipmates, but I do know this, he is a proud veteran. I love my Grandfather very much and my wife and I are proud of him, and everyone other veteran. I don't know if anyone will contact me, but I am going to tell my Grandfather (Pops) that I visited this wonderful site. I read about the reunion that is planned for 2004, I am anxious to see if he is interested in going. ANyway, you have a wonderful site, and I look forward to sharing this info with my Pops. By the way, I'm not sure of his rank and job, I'll have to ask him, but on that fateful morning in Pearl, he was busy setting up chairs for Chapel. I beliefe he was part of the loading crew for the big shells. Travis Cox <> Lakewood, CA USA - my father was aboard the maryland, from 1940 to 1946. his name James A. Bailey gunnermate 2nd clas.. I believe turret number 3? . he pasted away in 1987, april. i was curios of of any org. for family members?? i've become self aware lately of the sacrafices they endured and was interested in more info.. brian bailey <> phoenix, az USA - Information from the old guestbook.... My Dad, Stanley Edward Clark, Jr. from Marshall, Texas served on the Maryland for several years (43-45). He passed away in 1959, the year the Maryland was scrapped. While on the Maryland, he obtained a book on the Maryland that is great. I have had it all these years. Inside the book, I found a folded piece of paper (USS Maryland letterhead) with a list of some of Dad's shipmates who were his close friends I suppose. The names listed were: Thomas Mallow, R.D. Garner, William C. Calvin, Tex McIlroy, Bill Daughetry, Walter C. Cockran, Merle Calussen, Calussen Liggett, Gail Calusen, and Lewis Kilgore. Dad would have loved your reunions. Thanks to all the veterans who served on that magnificent ship. Stanley E. Clark <> Tyler, TX USA - Just checking out the web-site and seeing if anyone remembers my husband, Andrew Paul Tangorra. Thanks to all!! Sue Ann Tangorra <> Gold Canyon, AZ USA - Fine Memorial. God Bless. William D. Convis Sr <> Novato, CA USA - My dad's only brother, Claire Raymond Brier, MM2C, was one of the two guys who died on the Maryland 12/7/41. Do any of you who were on the ship then remember remember Claire? Additionally, our family lore has it that Claire should have been on shore leave that weekend but had traded with a friend who needed the leave more. I have no idea how accurate that story is and would enjoy hearing from any one who may have insight to it. Thank you for your time. Hope to hear from some one who may remember Claire. Best wishes to you all. Kirby Brier <> Des Moines, IA USA - My grandfather Leo Hoffman was on the USS Maryland at Pearl Harbor. With the passing of my grandmother I recieved several metals that he had recieved during his time of service. He made our family and our country proud. We miss you grandpa!!! Brice Hoffman <> Northglenn, CO USA - Grand-daughter of TWO Maryland Pearl Harbor Vets; Art Raymer and Haskel Ruble. Any info about them appreciated Tracy Kietzer <> USA - Thank you for having this website and providing me with a history of the battleship named after our state. Bill Peters Cockeysville, MD USA - I Honor all of those who fought on the USS Maryland. My grandfather fought in WW2 and I have had a Reitive in every single American war since The Revolutionary War. So I am glad to see a Website like this. And feel great about since My grandfather fought in the the Army in active duty. He was part of the invasion of of OverLord and then became a top adviser for a Major General. God Bless Steve Shick <> Yorktown, VA USA - Thanks My Dad Joe B. Carroll was proud that he was in the Navy on the Maryland and played football for the Maryland team too. Mikel Anne Hicks <> Auburn, Ca. USA - I told my father, Ferrell Ingram, about this site and he was quite interested. He spent the war years on the Maryland, from before Pearl Harbor until the end of the war in the Pacific. Dad talked about several old friends. If anyone knows anything about Elton Webb , Pappy Hill, or a fellow with the last name of Cross who was chief gunnersmate on #3 turrett 16" guns back in 1940 or 1941 when Dad first came on board the Maryland, please contact me and I'll share that information with my father. Thank you, Sandy Ingram Legaard Sandy Legaard <> Pocatello, ID USA - Hi my spiritual name is Annettah aka Netty. I really like the site. I wish to learn more about your organization. I am an inspiring clairvoyant medium and empath. I am learning and stil am. I have a web page and I am listed on ebay under Angel Card Readings. Light and Love Netty (Tee) Tee <> - My Dad served on the Maryland. As a kid growing up Dad never really spoke much about the war. But now I think he sees just how important what he and thousands of others did and his pride showes with the telling of each story. I treasure him and the memory of all those he lovingly speaks of who served along side him. Pcsh Pamela Stine- Henson <> Colorado Springs, Co USA - My father, Ferrell Ingram, was a gunner's mate on the Maryland throughout WWII, including Pearl Harbor. He is currently living in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. I would be more than happy to forward any messages to him. Sandy Ingram Legaard <> Pocatello, ID USA - My Dad, Ralph H. Trent and my Uncle Robert L. Trent served on the Maryland 1929-31 or 32. I don't know where they sailed during those years. They were both very proud to serve on the "Big Mary" and spoke often about her. My sister just gave me my dad's BB-46 cap that he wore before passing away. God bless you all! Bob Trent <> Brunswick, GA USA - My dad, Elmer F. Zornes, served on the USS Maryland from 1928-1930. He just passed away April 19, 2004 at the age of 93. He talked fondly of his time aboard. If there are any links to rosters or other items, please send me a list. Larry L. Zornes <> Greenfield, IN USA - My uncle, (Frank Lutz) was aboard the Maryland at Pearl Harbor. Thought I would check in with you all and say THANK YOU! Semper Fidelis Dale Glasscock <> Salem, Or USA - My father, Marlin Melendy, served on the Maryland at one time during WWII. I know he was at Pearl Harbor on 12/7/41 but not sure if on Maryland. I am trying to find out any information someone may have about my father. Sue Lowry <> Columbus, IN USA - My dad, John Groman served aborad the USS Maryland in the late 1930's. He served in the Navy from 1934 until 1965 when he retired. He passed on several years ago, and I am now spending a great deal of time using his Naval records to "walk" the footsteps of his career. Janice McKinley <> USA - son of John Lawson Perkins, who served as a gunner on the USS Maryland. Anyone remember him? William Ellis Perkins <> Indianapolis, IN USA - I have a cousin that was named Ralph Robinson, Lt Col, USMC,who was on the Maryland on 7 Dec 1941. Any info about him very much appreciated. Art sandartrob Art Robinson <> ME USA - My Grandpa Willie Oliver served on the USS Maryland during the Pearl Harbor war. I was wondering if anyone knows if this ship was salvaged or what happened to it? Kim <> Las Vegas, NV USA - Mr. Murphy, My father who is alive and well was on the Maryland from 1939 to 1943. He was a gunner on the 5"25's starboard side and was in Division 6-B By any chance do you know him? I'm sure that he, along with my mother will be attending the reunion in Seattle. Dennis <> Milwaukee, WI USA - I hope to make the seattle convention in september I was I 6ah divison was a gunners mate on the quad 20 mm I had alot of fun at craven center in the shipyard at bremmiton washington B J Murphy <> worcester, ma USA - My Great Uncle Lloyd Thomas Milligan died on the USS Maryland on November 29, 1944. My family and I dont know much about him and we would definently like to know things like what he was like, etc. If you know anything at all, email me!!!! Thank you!!!! Ashley Milligan <> Ham Lake, MN USA - Heard stories about USS Maryland from Grandfather (who served USS Denver CL-58) and told me about the kamikaze attack Nov'44 and other stories/actions. Very nice web site and my respects to all who served aboard her. David Wortman, BM1/USN (ret.) <> Oshkosh, WI USA - I was going through some old papers tonight and came across an old newspaper clipping and it didn't have a date, so I looked you up on the internet - and - there you are. The clipping was in 1921 and it shows the presentation of the tablet inscribed with "The American's Creed" by William Tyler Page, who recited the creed that day as well as my mother, then 19 yrs. of age (Mr. Page's daughter), unfurled the Maryland colors presented to the dreadnaught by the Daughters of the American Revolution. My mother was, Mary Addison Page - later that year married an Annapolis graduate of 1921, who served on the USS Maryland, Ensign Joseph C. Cronin. The picture also shows Capt. Charles F. Preston, the C.O. of the USS Maryland at that time. I often wondered whatever happened to the bronze tablet that contained "The American's Creed". Can anyone out there enlighten me? 200 were aboard her that day in 1921. Joanne Adams <> San Diego, CA USA - I just found out my great Uncles Jack and Harry Brabant were on the Maryland during the attacks. I wanted to know more about it. My brother-in -law was on the Iowa untill she was decomissioned. Great site. Thank you for my freedom. Trent Trent Brabant <> Lancaster, pa USA - My uncle, Jack Andrew Fowler, served on the USS Maryland as a Gunner's Mate 2nd Class. Date of service Apr 8,1941 to May 20,1946. Great site for those of us too young to remember the times but old enough to honor the men. Thank you. John Fowler <> San Antonio, Tx USA - Served 43/45 c division Navy photographer 2/class Bill Chase <> Valrico, FL USA - Went aboard in November of 40, left in 1944, good ship and good crew. Albert Morosi <> Folsom, CA USA - Served on the USS Maryland years 1943 thru 1945. 6AH Division. Hope to see all of you at the reunion in October,2004. Marc Yinkoo <> USA - surfing your site looking for info on my father, Richard L Savard who was aboard MARYLAND Dec. 7, 1941,later transferred to another ship in the Pacific.As a member of two military sites myself(Co.D, 1st Bn., 26th Marines and the USS Iwo Jima Assoc.) i can attest you have a great site here. richard j savard <> Portland, or USA - Looking for info on my father, Clarion Gilbert Johnson, who was serving aboard the USS Maryland at Pearl Harbor. Thanks for any info -- Gilbert Clarion Johnson <> Austin, TX USA - My Dad H. Royce Richter AND his Brother Willmer Richter both were on board during the Attack on Pear Harbor..Please read their story scroll quite a way down the page...to find out more of the "Mary Maroo" Pearl Harbor survivors license plate for Wisconsin "BB46" is still in our family . I changed my email address to now be current. Thanks And God Bless America ! Janice Richter Lynn <> Hayward, , WI USA - My brother (Rufus Miller Overstreet) rank S2c was killed aboard the USS Maryland BB46 when it was hit on 11/29/1944. Could you give me the location of his ship when it was attacked? JOHN OVERSTREET <> Tucson , AZ USA - I'm the youngest son of Allan Raymond Bannister, who was a ship fitter Firt Class. He served aboard the Maryland after serving aboard the USS Regal repair ship. He died 3 years ago. He left a ring he found on the severed hand of the Japanese Pilot that hit #3 gun turret. I wonder if that pilots family could be found. Daniel L. Bannister <> Fontana, CA USA - Endell R. Cox served in the engine room. Please contact if you knew my father. Past away in 1982. Any info on the Maryland please email. Christopher Louis Cox <> Venus, Tx USA - Son of Endell R. Cox/ was at Pearl Harbor Chris Cox <> Venus, tx USA - My late grandfather, Edward McBratney, was serving aboard the USS Maryland the day the Japanese struck Pearl Harbor. As a boy, I would ask him to tell me stories about that day. He would say very little, but in his eyes I could glimpse the horror of that day. I can't express my gratitude to those who suffered and died to purchase my freedom. I love you grandpa! Ben McBratney <> Mesa, AZ USA - I am the nephew of Rufus Miller Overstreet , who was killed by a Kamkazie,the date i do not know. If you have any Info. of the date, and where I would appreciate. Al c albert, e. mciver <> fernley, nv USA - I really enjoyed your pictures. My grandfather served on the Maryland.I heard a lot about it growing up.Thank you for your web site. Tammy Muncy <> Howe, Tx USA - Saying Hello Uncle Miller (Jr.) Charles Edwin McIver <> Lancaster, CA USA - Looking for any information on my grandfather Herbert Robertson served on BB-46 USS Maryland Greg Robertson <> las vegas, NV USA - I just found out about the web site. My Mothers brother Rufus Miller Overstreet Jr. was A soldier on the maryland.This is where I wish she had a computer,so she could ready some of the history about that time.Being the yougest of the girls,two younger brothers,total of ten children.I guess I'll try to print what I can for her. Thanks for the site.God be with all who Perished. Ron McCABE Son Of Pauline Overstreet (McCabe) Ron McCabe <> Sandy, Ut USA - Excited to find this Web page. I am one of two younger brothers of Rufus Miller Overstreet Jr. Miller was killed aboard the Maryland during a jap suicide attack near Leyte Gulf. I am trying to locate a shipmate named Arlie C. Morris. Any assistance would be appreciated. THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES !! James L. Overstreet <> Hemet, CA USA - My Grandpa Ervin Schnetzky (who passed away 2 years ago) served on this ship in 1929. Allen Schnetzky <> Enterprise, Or USA - 1/5/04 I just signed the guest book but I forgot to put the date of this signing in. Again I thank you for this site. As an ex-sailor I salute all the the Uss Maryland crew. I wish all a Happy New Year 2004 and good health too. Dan L. Johnson <> Tombstone, AZ USA - I am so glad this is site is on. My name is Dan L. Johnson and I wasn't born yet when this ship was in commision. I was is the Navy and Lived on the Uss Coral Sea CVA-43 for two years during the Viet Nam War. The reason I signed on the guest book is because my Uncle Rufus Miller OverstreetJr was stationed on the Maryland in WWII and died in action on November 29, 1944. I wasn't even born yet until 1950 but I know this website is very important to my Uncle's brother's and sister's. I want to thank you for this site from me and my Uncle's and Aunt's. Dan L. Johnson <> Tombstone, AZ USA - I just wanted to let any of the men left from the USS Maryland that my Dad Leonard A Dunn passed away this on the 13th of Dec 2003 my Dad was a Seaman 1st class on the Maryland during WWII and was at Pearl Harbor he was 82 years old. I wish I would have known about this sight sooner. He would have enjoyed it. David Dunn <> Kent, Wa USA - I am the grandson of Harry (Gabe) Gabrielson, RM 3/C 1942-45. He has been sharing the history of this great ship and crew for the past year. Thanks for keeping her memory alive for future generations! Paul Ballard <> Great Falls , Mt USA - My uncle R. Dale (Doodle)Dunn was on the USS Maryland from 1942 through 1946. He was a gunners mate on one of the 5" guns. Stephen W. Dunn <> Cleveland , OK` USA - This is great! I have been looking for some information on my father who was on the Maryland 1943-1945. His name Andres Garcia. He had always told us he and another sailor helped save the lives of some sailors after a Kamaze hit. The other sailor was decorated, my father was not. I just would like to know if someone out there knows of him or can tell me some things about him when he was in the service. Aurora Garcia Crone <> Grandview, WA USA - Just signing in! Peter B. Novak Watsonville , ca USA - dear sirs, my uncle ,herbert ray allen, served aboard the uss maryland, during the 1920's. i have a leather bound logalbuim that he had made for the us navys manurevers of '25. robert ray allen <> orange , ca USA - Was the Maryland involved in the Battle of Leyte Gulf? If so, this is the ship that my uncle was killed on while attempting to shoot down a suicide bomber. His name was J.R. Peacock. Ring any bells for ANYONE??? Would love to know. Thank you. God Bless America. Rick Hall <> League City, Texas USA - Resident of Maryland watching the movie "Pearl Harbor" Browsing google looking for USS Maryland sites. Great pictures. Color picture of broadside fire not the Maryland. Ronald B.Howard <> USA - My mother was given the Crusifix which was in the Chapel of the USS Maryland by her older sister who died in 1977. She had been a friend of the Chaplain whose name was, I believe McVeigh. We are trying to find out more about it and the Chaplain. any help would be apreciated. Ellen Brodland <> Marysville, WA USA - My father, Delmer Kirchoff served on the USS Maryland during WW2 as a Chief Electrican's Mate. If anyone served with him please contact me. He passed away in 1984. Craig Kirchoff <> Franklin, TN USA - USS Maryland from July '42 to Dec. '43. CR division (flag) Earl Shackelford <> Oceanside, CA USA - My Dad was on the Maryland from early '44 to late '45. His name was Woodrow Burch. He was from Missouri and was a 3rd class store keeper. John Burch <> Mascoutah, Il USA - I have been drawn to this site through curiosity and am enjoying it very much. When I was a lad in my teens in April, 1941, I was on a train from Canada through the USA and hence to Montreal, to catch a ship to England to join the Royal Air Force. On the train I met two young chaps a year or more older than me, who had just been honorably discharged from the USS Maryland after four years of service. Their names were as follows: John F. Organek, 66 South Street, Suffield, Connecticutt and George Pasilis, Rte 1, Box 271, Aurora, Illinois. It was only 8 months later that the USA was in WW2 and I often wondered if these lads were called back to their ship. I understand that at the time of their discharge they were serving on the USS Maryland. It sure would be wonderful if they happened to read this or someone who knows about them read this was able to get in tough with me. Ken Stofer <> Victoria, B.C. Canada - Interesting site as all Naval sites are.Enjoy them all. M.C.Howard [USS New dd818][1948-1952] M.C.Howard <> White Marsh, Md. USA - My late father was aboard USS Maryland 7 December 1941. I have a brief account of his actions that day. I wish to contact someone who knows the 1941 locations of Radio Central, AA deck, and Spot One. Many thanks, Chris Marks Chris Marks <> Ann Arbor, MI USA - My grandfather, Samuel E. Mayabb, passed away yesterday. He served on the USS Maryland during WWII. He was 83. Kay Wyman Kay Wyman <> plano, Tx USA - very interesting. P B Perkins <> Arlington, TX USA - This is a great site. I love going to the reunions with my father-in-law when I can. Keep up the good work! Gary Gary L. Pratt <> Steelville, Mo USA - I would like to know what I need to do to have my grandfather's name, Francis Earl Coldwell, added to the list on your memorial board. My grandfather was aboard the Maryland during WWII. Thank you for responding to my question. Scott Coldwell <> Grand Rapids, mi USA - I was a young sailor assigned to the Maryland when the ship came into Bremerton just prior to the end of the war. I was in the after enginen room. I was part of the Magic Carpet bringing service men home from over seas and I also help in the engin room to put the ship into moth balls. Leonard D. Eastwood <> Mission Viejo, CA USA 92691 - 1945 Leonard D. Eastwood <> Mission Viejo, CA USA - Writing to see if anyone on this board know's the whereabouts of Tony Boutoni? (I'm not sure if the last name is spelled correctly.) He was a store keeper 1st class on the Maryland right before and about the time of the Dec. 7th, 1941 attack. He was a dear friend of my father, Stanley Gruber and my father to this day, wonders what happened to Tony. If anyone knows, or a family member sees this posting, please let me know about Tony. Thank you all, Dennis Gruber Dennis Gruber <> Milwaukee, WI USA - My father Bill Reece was aboard during Pearl Harbor attack. He passed away 3 years ago. Tom Reece <> Chandler, AZ USA - My mother never met her father, Emanuel Charles Tesar who served on the USS Maryland before and during the attack on Pearl Harbor. She is trying very hard to locate and speak with ANYONE that knew him. She has very little information..other than he lived in Baltimore for awhile and retired in or near Escondido. Please reply.. Sincerely, Carole Biskar Carole Biskar <> CAnby, OR USA - My brother, Kenneth Hermanson, and I were both aboard the Maryland on Dec. 7, 1941. I was an EM2C and left the Maryland for IC School in Anacostia, MD when the ship went back to Bremerton after Pearl Harbor. My brother stayed on the ship thruout the war but when I left the ship that was the last time that I ever saw him. In June or July of 1945 he bacame very ill and was taken off of the ship and sent to the hospital or a hospital ship, I don't know which. I have learned that he died that same day after getting into the hospital. He was a Firecontrolman 1st class and I would really like to hear from anyone who knew him or knows anything about the circumstances of his death. Don Hermanson <> Chico, CA USA - I would like to locate a shipmate named Gene Grupa an Electricians Mate aboard the Maryland in 1941. Don Hermanson <> Chico, ca USA - I am looking to see if L.C. (Joe) Lambert, who was on the USS Maryland with my father (Mac), ever visits this sight. I've lost contact with Joe...he was one of my father's best friends of his life. It was a friendship that lasted over years without any contact...and finally, after so many years, they conected again and it was so wonderful. Eventually, my father passed away...and I am so ashamed...I have eventually lost this precious contact with someone, whom I grew to love so deeply because he had been such a good friend to my father. There is more to this, but....I just pray to locate Joe. He was last living in Kansas City, MO. Thank You. McAnulty <> Russellville, AR USA - I am concerned about the list of names on the Memorial List. Is this list for all who served aboard the Maryland during WWII, who have since passed away? If so, how do you go about adding someone's name to this list? Thank you so very much. McAnulty <> Russellville, AR USA - i was aboard colorado in l943 until july l944 John Vernon Bunjes <> Uvalde, Tx USA - My brother Edward Norman Carruth was on board the Maryland on Dec 7 1941. He survived has 21 yer career in the navy and a 20 year career as a teacher in Virginia Beach VA. He died in 2001 Larry Carruth <> Summit, MS United States - is it permissable to copy the photos on display in this website? john v. bunjes <> uvalde, tx USA - I was trying to see if anyone knew my grandfather, Clayton Schmidt. His nick name was "BUD". He was in the 71st Evacuation hospital.I dont know much but I do know he was on ship in 1944 and he was discharged in 1946. Could you please e mail me if you new him please. He passed away in march of 1993. thank you. valerie kalata <> fairbanks, ak USA - i was aboard bb46 in l944 and l945 john vernon bunjes <> uvalde, tx USA - Sorry about the double entry but I wanted to add that my grandfathers name was Fargust Earl Lamb if there is anyone who remembers him let me know . Thank You Roxie Laron <> USA - My Grandfather died November 1944 on the USS Maryland. I just want everyone who was on the ship and in the service how proud I am of everyone of you who make FREEDOM RING. Roxie Larson <> Riverton, Utah USA - I am the son of Ollen (Joe) C. Sheets he was stationed onborad when the Pearl Harbor attack happend. If they'res anyone who remembers him I would like to hear from him. Terence L. Sheets <> Medford, OR USA - my dad James L Smith was on bb46 from 1942 to 1945 I would love to find a plastic model or some books on uss maryland my home address is po box 251 bonaparte,ia 52620 please respond!!!!! terry a smith <> bonaparte, ia USA - my grandfather served on this ship during WW2 His name was Ernest L. Baldwin. He passed away on the 13 of July. if any person rememberes him please contact me. James B Baldwin <> Osawatomie , ks USA - To clairify my first Comment, my grandfather Bill Vance had been playing cards with friends on the Arizona on Saturday night, December 6, 1941, and left the Arizona to get back to the Maryland early the next morning, Sunday, December 7, 1941. Also, when my grandmother (Bill's wife, Margaret) and my mother (Marguerite) heard the news of the Japanese attack on Pearl, they knew my grandfather was there, but had no idea whether he was alive or dead. In those days, people were very tight-lipped about what ever they might know of what was going on, and it was almost 10 days after the attack when they got a phone call from a family friend in San Diego, simply saying "Bill says hello". Those three words were what told my mom and grandmother (living at that time in Long Beach, CA) that Bill was okay. In the 5 years that my grandfather served in the navy during WWII, he was only home a total of 27 days. Mark Zuelch <> Sacramento, CA USA - I am so happy to have discovered your website! My grandfather, William Alexander "Bill" Vance was aboard the Maryland during the attack on Pearl Harbor, and I can vividly recall his telling us all about it: that the planes seemed to come from nowhere and everywhere all at once, how he could see the faces of the pilots of the Japanese planes as they came in so low and started "strafing the hell out of us". The odd thing was that he had been playing cards with some of his friends on the Arizona, who invited him to just stay there and go back to the Maryland in the morning, but he couldn't do it as he had to roust the crew to get breakfast going in a few hours. He credits God for the decision to get back to "Old Mary". Mark Zuelch <> Sacramento, CA USA - Served on the USS Maryland years 1943 thru 1945. 6AH Division. Hope to see all of you at the reunion in October,2003 in Florence and Cincinnati. Arthur R Bloxom <> Shreveport, La USA - Served on the USS Maryland years 1943 thru 1945. 6AH Division. Hope to see all of you at the reunion in October,2004. Arthur R Bloxom <> Shreveport, La USA - Great organization Arthur R. Bloxom <> Shreveport, La USA - MY GRANDFATHER,DONOLD D NORTHUP, SEVED ON BB-46 USS.MARYLAND GARY L NELSON <> MOJAVE, CA USA - My Uncle Frank Weaver was on the Maryland during WW2 and just recently found out its rich history. We are very proud of him hope the history keeps going on. Good luck. Richard Weaver <> Midland park, NJ USA - My father is William Few and was on the Maryland around 1943. If you remember him please feel free to E-mail me. He talks a lot about being on the ship. doug few <> Albion, MI USA - My Great Grandfather, Joe Darr Stalcup was supposedly on the USS Maryland during the Pearl Harbor attack. I have no reliable family members to guide me in my search of his memory and would like to know if anyone had served with him. He was from originally from Oklahoma but resided in California. Judy Kidd <> Orange, CA USA - Just viewing your website to see if I can see my Grandfather's name. His name is H.B. Barnett. He was in WWII. Jim Doak Dendy <> Daphne, al USA - Served on USS Maryland from Oct 1941 to Mid 1944 in the Captains office as a Yeoman but Battlestation was a 5/51 caliber gun and stood watches in the port side of 5 inch anti aircraft director. Harley B. Guynn, Y/1c. <> Indianapolis,, In USA - Served on USS Maryland from Oct 1941 to Mid 1944 in the Captains office as a Yeoman but Battlestation was a 5/51 caliber gun and stood watches in the port side of 5 inch anti aircraft director. Harley B. Guynn, Y/1c. <> Indianapolis,, In USA - BEEN TRYING TO FIND RALPH MCGOVERN ORIGINALLY FROM MICHIGAN WHO LIVED IN SOUTHGATE FOR YEARS, RETIRED AND MOVED TO FLA. HE KNEW MY LATE FATHTER; I USE TO BABYSIT HIS KIDS, AM A USN VIETNAM VETERAN AND FREE LANCE WRITER(PART TIME)WANTED SOME INFORMATION ON HIS RECOLLECTION OF EVENTS OF DEC. 7TH; HE TOLD ME WHEN I WAS 14 OR 15 ABOUT WHAT HAPPENED, BUT VERY BRIEFLY; AM COMPILING A BOOK ENTITLED "BRUSHES WITH HISTORY" REGARDING MY MEETING AND SEEING FAMOUS PEOPLE INCLUDING BOB HOPE, PRESIDENTS REAGAN, FORD AND BUSH; GEN. WESTMORELAND ACTOR HOWARD KEEL, ETC. MY HOME PH. 734-283-6852; ADDRESS IS 16367 WINDERMERE CIRCLE, SOUTHGATE, MICH. 48195; HAVE BEEN UNSUCCESSFUL AT GETTING A FLA. PH. # FOR MCGOVERN TO CONTACT AND DON'T KNOW IF HE'S DECEASED OR NOT; APPRECIATE ANY HELP YOU CAN GIVE ME. THANKS SHIPMATES JIM LAYTON JAMES LAYTON JR. <> SOUTHGATE, MI USA - My father, Emilio Delaunay served on the USS Maryland during WW II. George Delaunay <> Harlingen, Tx USA - My dad Anthony "Ducks" Gasbarro served on the USS Maryland. Janet Gasbarro Boehl <> chicago heights, IL USA - Hello Tom and Doug, I was with my friend Birgit in March I think 28 or 30 - 1993 in Almeria - Spain, met we two there friends Tom and Doug from a USS warship, Tom was 1993, 22 years old. We would stand gladly again with them in contact. Who can help us to find the addresses. Made a photo of us for it, I would like to get this photo gladly, thank in advance. Maybe someone knows the name of the warship in March / April 1993, in the port of Almeria - Spain was. Please help me all. Yours sincerely Loretta E-Mail Loretta9 Loretta <> München, Bayern Germany - i found out my cousin jack medaris was on the uss maryland and killed in wwII from some old letters my mother had. her brother marvin was the father of jack. i have been interested to know more about him for some time. i'm grateful to know of this website! marsha sample <> san pedro, ca USA - I was signalman 3rd class from June, 1944 to May, 1946 Melvin Pevehouse <> Ada, OK USA - My Dad, and step Grandfather were all in the navy, stationed in San Pedro, California where I was born in 1933.I do not know how it survived, but I grew up having as my favorite blanket a blue wool navy blanket which came off the USS Maryland and has the uss maryland name in large orange letters on it as well as an orange border. It's authentic & original and a real collectable. I want to know what its value is & will consider bids. It no doubt has some good value to someone out there. It's a remnant of history. Dave Johnson <> Wenatchee, Wa. USA - Glad to find this site. My dad, Delbert Drennon, served on the Maryland I think from 1943-1945. He passed away in 1979, wish he could be here to see this website. He was very proud of his service on the Maryland. Lloyd Drennon <> Plano, TX USA - Really enjoy visiting the websites of former great ships. My son is at Annapolis, MD USNA right now. Hope you visit our site at http://napcnt.org a website from USNA mid parents. Clark <> Dallas, TX USA - There are no other men i respect more then the ones who served on our nations battleships. Without them who knows what the outcome of WW2 would have been. Thank you all. Josh Eastwood Josh Eastwood shady side, MD USA - I was with my friend Birgit in March 1993 in Almeria - Spain, met we two there friends Tom and Doug from a USS warship, Tom was 1993, 22 years old. We would stand gladly again with them in contact. Who can help us to find the addresses. Made a photo of us for it, I would like to get this photo gladly, thank in advance. Maybe someone knows the name of the warship in March 1993, in the port of Almeria - Spain was. Please help me all. Yours sincerely Loretta Loretta Becker <> München, Bayern Germany - My father Donald Pederson served on the USS MARYLAND from 1942-1945. If any one remembers him, I know he would be happy to hear from them. Please email me if you do. He worked in the engine room. Thanks, Cheryl Cheryl Schnase <> Raymon, Wa USA - Hi my name is Bill Giordano i am world war II pacific naval historian and professional model builder. I have a book coming out titled (Battleship row dec.7th 1941)this book is pact with photos of all the battleships that have never been published in any book before. There are also nice photos of Uss Maryland that you probably have never seen also. I will keep you informed when the book comes out. Bill Giordano <> Taylor, Mi USA - Great web site!! My father, Stanley Gruber was a seaman 1st class on the 5"25 AA on Dec. 7th, 1941. Gun #3, on the starboard side to be exact. He is doing fine, as spunky as ever, here in Wisconsin. He does not have a computer, so I check this site often and pass on things to him which he enjoys very much. Thanks to all who served!! A Proud Son, Dennis Gruber Dennis Gruber <> Milwaukee, WI USA - I SERVED IN BB61 AND BB62 DURING THE 80S HOPE WE BB SAILORS OF THE 80S DID ALL THE BB SAILORS WHO CAME LONG BEFORE US PROUD. DONT FORGET TO DROP US A LINE AT WWW.USSIOWA.ORG FAIR WINDS FOLLOWING SEAS BOATS BM`1 SW CHARLES BROWN USN RET USA - am trying to contact a cousin BRADFORD SMITH who was a cpo on the mary during the war. any leads appreciated. jeff colby <> portland , or USA - This site is wonderful- I only wish my grandfather, Stanley Gruber (U.S. Navy, Seaman 1st Class) had web access to see it himself. He, like so many others, was on the Maryland on that fateful Sunday. I have been lucky to have the opportunity to hear his stories of time on the ship, he is still alive and kicking! He has been active with the Pearl Harbor Survivors Association in Wisconsin. Thanks again for the great site! Rebecca Gruber <> Minneapolis, MN USA - I have a pocket book tilted French for the Troops with a stamped pass for and signed by Frank R. Mehal (ASN # 3655441)PFC 75th M.P.'s (APO #752) authorized to visit Paris,France June 29th thru July 2nd signed by Stanley B. Rose 1st Lt Inf Trps Div Hq Comd dated by the Seine Section Central Reg. Bureau in 1945. If anyone could provide further information, I would be very iterested. Thank you & God Bless, Terry Terry Rusche <> Grosse Pointe Woods, MI USA - USS Texas Veterans Association <> San Jacinto, TX USA - I believe my Grandfather Larry Baiz served on this ship. I was wondering if any one out there remembers him and can send me any information regarding his service. Thank you in advance. Tina Michel <> West Los Angeles, ca USA - This is small sliced of one of several articles posted in the Lafayette Journal Courier, Friday, March 23, 2003. Lafayette Indiana's Vince Amato will always remember Pearl Harbor ... and he will never forget the kids in Mark Preston's history class at Jefferson High School. "I love all of you," Amato, a 79-year-old Pearl Harbor survivor, told the teenagers Friday. "Whenever you see me on the street, don't say 'Mister,' say 'Vince.' I'll feel good." Four weeks ago, Preston invited Amato to speak to the students about his experiences as a young sailor on Dec. 7, 1941, when the U.S. Pacific Fleet was attacked by the Japanese. Amato's battleship, the USS Maryland, was bombed. Some 2,340 military personnel died that day, throwing the United States into World War II. Responding to a question, Amato said he had never returned to Pearl Harbor. A student in the class, Ashley Gillam, 17, then launched a fund-raiser that will pay for Amato and his daughter to fly to Hawaii on March 23 and spend a week there, all expenses paid. Amato said, "When I read in the paper and see on TV what young people do, it's not good. Then, when I see this, I can't help but cry about it. "How do I say thanks?" he asked the class. "I know the word, and I know how to spell it. "If we ever have to go back to war, I'll go back for all of you." This article is among can be read in it's entirety at www.jconline.com and Search "Amato" Steve Smith <> Lake Forest, CA USA - my father raymond chavez mach. mate 1st. class, served aboard the battleship from 1942 to 1945 and told me many stories of the humor and courage of his shipmates. i was raised on maryland stories and believe i am a better person for it. if anyone remembers dad or would like to hear a story please contact me. thomcat41 thomas chavez <> gulfport, fla USA - Currently active duty PO1 on recruiting duty. Looking for pictures to show my Delayed Entry Personnel of a 16-inch boomstick. Russell Allen <> Glen Burnie, MD USA - I was transfered from the Pennsylvania to the Maryland in August 1943 I had just been to a fory mm. school so they put me in the 6ah div. It was quite an adjustment to go from a bunk to a hamock.There were no bunks on the Maryland. I stood watch on quad. 40mm no.8 which was on the boat deck. My battle station 40mm. No. 10 which was on the quarter deck.I would like to hear from any one from the 6ah div. 3608741920 Lee M Wilson <> Port Orchard, wa. USA - Hi. I've been looking for more information on my great-grandfather Gerald Gantt. He died before I was born. He died when my grandmother was just a teenager. She talks about him a lot and how nice he is but I want to know more about him If anyone knows anything about him please e-mail me. Thank You!! :) Rachael Cook <> Auburn , IL USA - I am looking for families of the Pearl Harbor Casualties who were aboard the USS Maryland during the attack. My uncle, Ned Burton Donohue, was killed aboard the USS Arizona and I have started a web site to honor the men, women and children who lost their lives that day. The site is located at: http://gonebutnotforgotten.homestead.com/page1.html I am also looking for survivors and their families. We have also started a site in their honor. It is at: http://pearlharborsurvivors.homestead.com/page1.html I would love to hear from anyone associated with Pearl Harbor or family members of the men and women that were there. FREEDOM IS NOT FREE - REMEMBER PEARL HARBOR Rebecca Johnson <> USA - My father was Glenn Morse, yeoman, '40-'44. Anyone remember him? Richard Morse <> Napa, CA USA - I served on the Maryland from 1942-1945. thanks again Ike Williams F1C Ike Willams Enid, OK USA - My son-in-law showed me this site and all the pictures it brings back many memories. Thank You Ike Williams F1C Ike williams Enid, ok USA - Today, March 6, 2003 finishing touches will be added to an exhibit at The Dundalk/ Patapsco Neck Historical Society in Dundalk Maryland, Featuring the Battleship USS Maryland BB-46. Included in the display will be photos of the ship, Blue prints, maps, books, photos of sailors, copies of deck logs, a tape of a Baltimore radio station broadcast of the WW II saga of the Maryland and even copies of " The Catapult", the Fighting Marys shipboard newletter. The USS Maryland was commissioned on July 21, 1921. She was 624 feet long, displaced over 32,000 tons and was the first US Navy ship to mount 16" guns and first battleship to carry a plane catapult. In 1929 the Maryland while serving in the Pacific Fleet, was given the honor on carrying President-elect Herbert Hoover and his cabinet on a trip to visit central and South America. The Maryland was present at Pearl Harbor that tragic morning of December 7, 1941 when the Japanese attacked. Though reported sunk by Japanese newscasts, the Maryland recieved only light damage and after a trip to Bremerton, Washington, she was ready to fight again in February, 1942. By the conclusion of the war, the Maryland had been bloodied 3 times by the Japanese, lost many brave men, and earned 7 battlestars. She was decommissioned in 1946, placed in resevered and scrapped in 1959. For more information on the exhibit contact Steve Pavlosky @ MrCairo46 or phone @ 410-285-5239 or 410-285-7792 Steve Pavlosky <> Baltimore, Md USA - My grandfather (George Colman Morgan) served on the USS Maryland and was a heavyweight boxer on the ship. I don't know when (years)he served. Looking for any information. Please send any information to MCDONOUGH2 Thank you Barbara Morgan Barbara Morgan <> Upland, Ca USA - My grandfather served on the Maryland during WWII. His name was Roy Dean Knickerbocker. Kathy <> USA - My stepfather, Joseph Minnitti, served on the MARYLAND during WWII and has since passed away. More recently my mother passed and I am in the process of 'cleaning' out the house. I have found several (10) blank U.S.S. Maryland "Domain of Neputunus Rex" certificates. They are signed by a M.M. Todd as 'Davey Jones' and nfn Crawford as 'Neptunus Rex.' All of this is to offer anyone who served on the MARYLAND one of these 'documents.' Please e-mail me at your convenience. Herman Brehmer <> San Diego, CA USA - I served on the USS Maryland from March, 1942, until May, 1945, serving first as hospital corpsman and then departing as a chief pharmacist's mate. I was discharged in September of 1945 from the Naval Dispensary at Bureau of Navy Personnel. John A. Nelson <> Parma Heights, OH USA - My father, Woodrow Jennings Madsen "Woody" served on the Maryland during WWII. He said he was called Pappy because he was older than most. Does anyone remember him? I have several photos of the ship, atop the ship, him in uniform, etc. and would be willing to share them for archives, etc. He was born in 1917 and died in 1986 at 69. Please contact me if you have any information. Ann Madsen Schaetzel <> Plymouth, MN USA - My dad, Bill Carmack, was on the USS Maryland. Barb (Carmack) Turnbough <> Davisville, MO USA - served as seaman second class in 3rd division, then transferred to radio division rate RM 3rd class (1943). Left ship for Naval Academy prep school. Graduated USNA June 1952. Would like to hear from Valentine Alvarado. My phone number is (805) 682-8276 and address is: 8556 Santa Ana Road, Ventura, CA 93001 Rae E. Richerson <> Ventura, Ca USA - The Maryland Web Site is about the best of any I have visited. Many thanks to those who worked so hard on making it so.For those who may not recognize the name I was aboard the Mighty Mary from 1940-1942 and was in both the original 6th Division and the 6a division after the refurbishing with the addition of 1.1 anti-aircraft guns located on the Starboard and Ports sides forward under the bridge and also S&P sides of the Q-deck.Would like to hear from any shipmates aboard during my tenure aboard the "Mary" Glenn W(Ali) Reynolds <> Elmore, Al USA - I think you have a great site here. I served aboard the USS Maryland SSBN 738 from 1993-1997. I am glad to have served aboard the ship that is named for such a great part of US Naval history. I am honored to be able to say thank you to the men that were the heart of such a vessel. In the Officer study of the current Maryland is a lithograph of all the US ships that have carried her name. It is on a nautical chart for the Kings Bay, GA waters that she now calls home. Thank you all once again. William Gilbert <> Mound City, MO USA - I was just down in georgia visiting my father and he had told me that my grand father was in ww2 and he was a pilot of a plane i have never heard of before i think he had left my dad some old gear he had and sio my father had gave it all to me it consists of two cantines with belts a old helmet his suit a really nice vest with badges on it and im looking forward t passing it on to my kids when i get old enough to have them. well i would really like to find his background and see if he ever had any good reports or anthing so if you know any good sites please e-mail them to me and i will thank you for the merchandice. if you ever wanna instant message me my screen name is drummerboybr and i would really like to know some good sites to go on to find my grandfather Brandon Radey <> Clarksburg, MD USA - My grandfather, Kenneth W Barrett, served aboard and was injured during the Pearl Harbor attack. He never spoke of what happenned and passed away in 1993. It wasn't until just recently that I found out what ship he had been on. If anyone remembers him, please contact me. Jamie Snook <> Houston, TX USA - I was just wondering if there was any way to look up people who were on the USS Maryland at Pearl Harbor if it is possible. I believe that my grandfather, Earl Gordon Adams, was on this ship. If anyone has any information, please contact me! Holly Shannon <> Standish, MI USA - I would lke to thank my Grandson for this Web site I know the work he puts into keeping it current, thanks Jeff I think we all owe you a big hand edward A. davis <> Baton Rouge, , La. USA - My Grandfather Kermit (BUD) E. Cunningham Military Officer, U.S. Navy was on aboard U.S.S. Maryland. Passed away on Feb. 10th, 1995. jack stewart III <> Orlando, FL USA - 26 Nov 02 - My father, John Marshall, was stationed on the USS Maryland from March 1933-August 1036 as a Quartermaster 3rd Class. Would love to hear from folks that were on or had relatives on board at that time. I am putting together photos and stories about that time on the Maryland. Tom Marshall <> Three Rivers, CA USA - My father Henry Lawson served on the USS Maryland in 45, he is now in a nursing home , in Aurora Mo.with Parkinsons, he is always mentioning another Lawson he was on board ship with , can any one help.. Thanks for the good work! Lonnie Lawson <> Aurora, MMo USA - My father, Bill (Willy) Greene served on the Maryland and I would like to know if any one knows where Jim Crutcher is or anything about Southerland. Dena Thomas <> Kent, wa USA - I was in the radio gang (CR Division)Rm/3c aboard the Maryland 1943-1946. Hollywood Hart was a name that some gave me because of where I was raised. I hope that some of my old buddies will contact me. telephone 818 222 8730 Jim Hart <> Calabasas, CA USA - This is my second signing of this Honourable Web site to inform the shipmates of Joesph E. Dorsey Jr. or "Jack" Dorsey of his passing. He departed August 4,2002. Dad served from 1943 thru 1946 aboard the "Maryland", as 2nd Class Firecontrollman for the 16" guns. If there are any of you who knew him, I would appreciate you dropping me a line. I salute you all who served, in what ever capacity, to keep our precious Freedom intact, you are all heros in my book! To my father, the greatest man I have had the pleasure to know and my best friend, you are sorely missed. My we learn from our fathers and grand fathers who were and are apart of this generation and imitate there greatness! Mike Dorsey dorseyclan Mike Dorsey <> Houston, TX USA - I am trying to pass the memory of that terrible day down to my son. Lest we forget. For My son Michael Brock <> Apache Junction, az USA - 6A Division and N Division 1/42-44, USS Maryland. Any old shipmates still out there? Art (Stubby) Knowlton <> Canby, Or USA - What a beautiful ship the Maryland was! My father Calvin Browning served on her during WWll (Gunners mate 3rd class). He later served on the USS Topeka. He passed away in 1994 and I'd really love to meet some of his former ship-mates. Kimberly LaMont <> Clearwater, FL USA - Thanks for such a great site! My father Edward Shelton from Des Moines, Iowa served on the USS Maryland 11/15/1940-10/30/1941 when he transferred to Pearl Harbor Subbase. He died when I was young so I am just now getting acquainted with his service record through his military papers. Pam Shelton-Anderson <> Salt Lake City, UT USA - Would like to know if anyone knows pduckle My e-mail that I have been sending him comes back..... Please let me know how this 95 year old veteran that was on the USS Maryland is.............Thanks, sanfelipe1 Willie(Jean) Stevens/Loefler <> Gig Harbor, Washington USA - What a great work of honor and bravery the men on the USS Maryland did. All the men on all the ships and the women as well which I dont remember any on the ship but many lost their lives in Pearl Harbor trying to save the men. I want to say THANKS for fighting for The United States a wonderful land and my home. I will continue to return and share with the children the history of this site. My 15 year old is a Naval Sea Cadet and is learning and loving the Navy experience. She says she will join the real Navy when she graduates. Thanks again to all our men and women who fight to keep us safe. Linda Anderson <> Baltimore, Md USA - My father, Lt. JG Wyman Taylor, served on the Maryland from 1943 - 45. I'm proud to find a site dedicated to those brave soles whose heroic efforts created a safe world for us to enter. Now it's our turn to keep it that way. Thomas Taylor <> West Linn, OR USA - Could someone give me a POC for the 2002 USS Maryland Reunion in LA? The info link from the USS MD site apparently no longer exists. Thanks! J Vislay <> CSprings, CO USA - Will try this again! My father, Thomas J. Bray, known as "Bud" ws in the Navy from approximately 1934-41. During that time, I know he was on the Maryland. Anyone out there know him? I have some pictures of him with a few other sailors...maybe you're one of them! Susan Smith <> Jacksonville, FL USA - My father, Thomas J. Bray, known as Susan Smith <> Jacksonville, FL USA - I WAS ON THE SHIP BETWEEN THE YEARS OF 42-47 AND I WAS AN RDM 1ST CLASS. I PUT THE SHIP IN MOTHBALLS IN BREMERTON, WA IN 1947. WRITE ME IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO TALK ABOUT SOME OF THE GOOD MEMORIES. Augie "Gashouse" Gasulla <> SCOTTSDALE, AZ USA - Does anyone know my uncle, Wayne Baker? I believe he served aboard the "Mighty Mary" from '41-6? I will pass along any messages. Thank you. Michael Baker <> Ogden, UT USA - As webmaster for the USS Utah web site I can appreciate the amount of work that has gone into this great web site. I served with a Maryland sailor in 1942-1943 aboard another ship. He was WILLIAM G. WATKINS, RM3/c when the Maryland was attacked at Pearl Harbor. I would like to hear from my old shipmate "Sleepy" Watkins, or anyone who knows anything about thim. Keep up the good work. William Hughes <> Grand Prairie, TX USA - Being a 20 year Navy Veteran,I became interested in the Uss Maryland website. The website is great, and I enjoyed it. I am in constant contact with Tim O'Brien former GM3,who was aboard aboard he Maryland at Pearl Harbor,on Dec 7th 1941. If someone out there wants to contact him, please e mail me, as he dosen' have a PC. I would be happy to see him ,as he's only three houses away from me. We chit chat about war stories,almost on a daily basis. So if you remember im, let me know. Thank You. Al Seguin Dcc Usn Retired, E Mail me at CPOSeguin Albert W Seguin <> Nort Providence, RI USA - Vislay, Louis T., was a machinist mate, PO 1st Class, abord the USS MD during The Attack. I would appreciate it if anyone who knew him would email me with anything you remember about him- he didn't talk much about The War. He passed away on 02/23/02, so that won't change.... Thanks! jmavislay <> Colorado Springs, CO USA - Warmest greetings to all. I am attempting to write a book on the attack at Pearl Harbor and what the ships did after during WWII, Korea, Vietnam, and all inter-war periods. I would appreciate any help you could give me on this. Please contact me if you wish. Jeff Leobold <> Beaufort, SC USA - I have a 1941 U.S.S. Maryland Christmas Menu. Let me know if you would like to purchase it. It is in fine condition. pattersonmary Mary Patterson <> Prairie Village, KS USA - I am looking for anyone who may know my father, James Floyd Williams, he was a Gunners Mate 1st class. He was aboard the USS Maryland during WWII at Pearl Harbor. Please contact me if you know him. Valerie <> MI USA - Like the USS Maryland webpage, she was a fine ship and being a salior myself I was sad to she here get scrapped. I served aboard the USS Coral Sea Cv43 from 1984/1988 and she was scrapped in the early 90's; it was a very sad sight for me to see such a fine air craft carrier be torn apart. john goodman <> USA - My dad (Donald J Powers)was a machinist mate 3rd class aboard the maryland between 1944-1946 he spoke of many kamikazee attacks and many sea battles if anyone knows of him please let me know and thank you to all veterins for fightig for my freedom! GOD BLESS THE USA! Marc Powers <> Tupper Lake, NY USA - My dad (Donald J Powers)was a machinist mate 3rd class aboard the maryland between 1944-1946 he spoke of many kamikazee attacks and many sea battles if anyone knows of him please let me know and thank you to all veterins for fightig for my freedom! GOD BLESS THE USA! Marc Powers <> Tupper Lake, NY USA - 4/7/02 ATTENTION, NOW HEAR THIS... FYI there will be a Living History program aboard the USS NORTH CAROLINA Friday-Sun May,3-5. There will be many WWII reenactors there to help the ship come alive! So come down to Wilmington, NC for a real treat. Brad Williams <> USA - My Grandfather served on the USS Maryland and was stationed at Pearl Harbor September 1940. He died in a training accident September 2, 1940. He is now buried at Fort Lewis Cemetery in Washington. If there is anyone who remembers Richard Albert Keller, Ships cook 1st class on or around september 1940, please email me. We are interested in finding out how he died. What was the accident that took his life. We also have pictures of the USS Maryland football team that he played on. Thank you and you have a wonderful site here, keep up the good work Sherry Eshett <> Blaine , WA USA - Interested in hearing from anyone who knew or knew of Ensign Howard Daniel Crow who was one of four killed aboard the USS Maryland during the Pearl Harbor raid. Ensign Crow was my mother's General Science high school teacher before he joined the Navy. Randy Kelso <> Goldthwaite, TX USA - Would love to hear from anyone knowing Chief Petty Officer, Earl E. McKenzie. He was my favorite Uncle. He was a survivor of Pearl Harbor and spent over 40 years in the Navy. Yvonne Rice <> USA - I would just like to thank everyone who had loved one's that served on this great ship or any ship for that matter. Thanks for the freedom we have today. God Bless America and especially those who serve in the armed forces of the United States of America. Great website, thanks for the info. Don Nace <> Joppa, MD 21085 - I would just like to thank everyone who had loved one's that served on this great ship or any ship for that matter. Thanks for the freedom we have today. God Bless America and especial those who serve in the armed forces of the United States of America. Great website, thanks for the info. Don Nace <> Joppa, MD 21085 - My grandfather, Benjamin Burkhart, was in WWII. He was a gunners mate in the USMC, thats about all I know. I would love any information on him or tatoos that the men in the marine core wore at that time. Angela Gruber <> Russell, PA USA - Greetings to the Maryland veterans! I am in the process of assembling a historical collection of US battleship newspapers. To date, I have assembled papers from 6 of the battleships that were at Pearl Harbor on 12/7/41. I currently have a 1928 copy of "The Morning Hurricane" from the Maryland. I would appreciate hearing from anyone who had an actual copy of "The Catapult" that they would be interesting in selling. Rest assured, this is a legitimate historical collection that is on display in my home--many navy veterans have come to see it. May I please hear from you? I would appreciate it! Dean Goettsch Phillipsubrg, NJ dgoettsch Dean Goettsch <> Phillipsburg, NJ USA - My uncle, Grant N. Taylor (jack)served in the Maryland on two occasions during the '20's. I have some pix taken during a caribcruise, ('28?). Ships co. , at anchor with the WeeVee (he served on her too), and the CV-1. Disch. '30. David Ritch <> Bellevue, WA USA - My father was aboard the USS Maryland during the bombing of Pearl Harbor. I would like to know if anyone knew dad. His name was Willie Thomas Stevens also went by the name Bill. I was a little girl when Pearl Harbor was bombed,and was at the waterfront during the attack. I never got to know my father. He passed away in Knoxville, Tenn 1997. I would really like to meet someone that knew him. Willie(Jean) Stevens/Loefler <> Gig Harbor, Washington USA - In re my earlier message, I misspelled Warren Lowerre's name Jonathan Leff <> USA - I served in the Maryland from September 1943 to October 1944 -- first as an Ensign in the main battery plotting room, F Division, (where I lost many pinochle games during inactive general quarters) under Lt. Warren Lowery, and then as a Lt. jg, First Division Officer. I left the ship at Manus Island to return to the States for flight training. Some weeks later, I learned, the ship was hit by a kamikaze off Leyte: Assuming the accuracy of the report, the plane struck turret two and slid under the overhang of turret one; tragically, the man who had taken my place was killed doing what I would have been doing -- sitting in the open hatch up into the overhang. Can anyone verify this account? Does anyone happen to remember me? -- Jonathan Leff Jonathan Leff <> USA - My dad served aboard the USS Maryland at the end of WW II. Approx. the spring/ summer of 1945. He is still living here in Freelandville, Indiana. He is a bit of a "grouch" these days and I can't talk him into signing this guestbook himself. Says he has no interest, but I think if he could contact an old shipmate he would be very happy. His name is Herbert "Ike" Held. I think he served as a fireman (?) aboard ship. Tom Held <> Freelandville, In USA - My father James R. Starkey served aboard the Uss Maryland Definetely before Pearl Harbor thru the end of WWII.I have been told he worked in the Laundry. Two of his brothers were also on her,my uncle John Sherman Starkey(lost hearing in 1 ear as a result of being to close to gun turrent,and another uncle William Edward(Bud)Starkey.I don't know the ranks of any of them,my uncles are both deceased now,my father is still alive and 80.this is to pay tribute to these and all men serving aboard the maryland who were an inspiration.I was in the army and air force,my brother retired from the navy with 30 years.Thank you all!! Michael Starkey <> Grants Pass, Or USA - I served aboard the Maryland from April of '37 to September of '40. Sixth division. My billet was power motorboats. Would enjoy hearing from anyone in that era. I was a good friend of Red Curly. Bernard "Bud" Ackmann from Edgewood, Iowa at that time. Bernard E. Ackmann <> Cedar Rapids, IA USA - my dad R J SCHNEIDER SR FIREMAN/WATERTENDER served on the MARYLAND from 1927 to 1929 when it was still a coal burner,any person having family member from around those years I would like to hear from , I have some great picture JAMES J SCHNEIDER <> Pittsburgh , pa USA - My grandfather, ELMER J SCARRIOT, (5" gunners mate)was aboard the Maryland at Pearl Harbor and several years after. He would love to hear from someone who may remember him. Dave Scarriot <> Chicago, IL USA - My father, Cpl. Russell K. Hanson, USMC, served aboard the "Fighting Mary" from 1943 to 1945. I would love to hear from anyone who knew him. Thanks. David Hanson <> Green Valley, AZ USA - My grandfather was Captain Julian D Wilson and served as the last war-time Captain of the Maryland. He died before I was born. Wondering if anybody remembers him and what they can tell me about him. Thanks! Janet Wilson <> Fort Myers, FL USA - My dad, Mark DeLong (CWO) served on the Maryland throughout WW II and was at Pearl Harbor. I was wondering if anyone remembers him? His nickname was "Chips" and from stories he told he was friends with "Stinky Davis", and Johnny Johnson. I'm trying to find out more about his Navy years. He passed away in May 1996. Also, thank you to all the kind men who let my son Alex interview them at the 60th Anniversary Pearl Harbor Maryland Luncheon - the video he made is really touching and was shown at his school - the intrviews really brought home Pearl Harbor to the kids! Ruth Pearce <> Fairview PArk, Oh USA - My dad, Mark DeLong (CWO) served on the Maryland throughout WW II and was at Pearl Harbor. I was wondering if anyone remembers him? His nickname was "Chips" and from stories he told he was friends with "Stinky Davis", and Johnny Johnson. I'm trying to find out more about his Navy years. He passed away in May 1996. Also, thank you to all the kind men who let my son Alex interview them at the 60th Anniversary Pearl Harbor Maryland Luncheon - the video he made is really touching and was shown at his school - the intrviews teally brought home Pearl Harbor to the kids! Ruth Pearce <> Fairview PArk, Oh USA - Raised in Baltimore and always wondered what happenned to Maryland after the attacks on Pearl Harbor. Now I know. She was a striking ship. What a great crew you all were. Ray Coleman <> Baltimore, Md USA - My father James E. Meloy served on the USS Maryland. He with the ship at Pearl Harbor and throughout the war. I'd love to hear from any shipmates that might remember him. God Bless you all and your families. Jim Meloy <> Milwaukee, wi USA - A Great use of the internet! This is a wonderful site and we thank the originators. I would also like to thank all those men and women who served this country in all of its conflicts to save freedom! My father served on the proud "Mary" from 42 thru 45 I believe. His name is Joesph E. Dorsey or "Jack Dorsey" from Houston Texas. He joined at the age of 17 and spent time as a cook but was later a second class fire-controll man for the 16". He has told me storys about the war and the great ship all my life and I have come to love her(Maryland)as if it was me that was aboard her. I am very proud of my modest, quite spoken father who did his part to stop the oppression of evil against our great country! His love for the great ship is evident anytime we speak of her. There are shipmates he would like to see and hear from, wait until I give him this site, he will be excited! If you would like to say hello to him or me for that matter please contact me at dorseyclan or phone me at (281)565-0210 ask for Mike! Thanks again for a great site we can all enjoy! Mike Dorsey <> Houston, TX U |