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My father served on the Cowpens as a water tender 3rd class

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I am wondering if any one knew my grandfather Walter Lyle Phillips he served on this ship If so write me an E-Mail @ Mphill7@aol.com Thanks in advance

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My big brother, Thomas J. Sheaffer RM1c, served on the Moo 1943-45 in K Division. Tom died in July '99. He attended several reunions and always looked forward to them. His car license number was MTY MOO. As a Korean veteran I salute all WWII vets.

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Lt. Commander Robert H. Price was my father. I was only about 18 months old when he was washed overboard in the typhoon. My daughter is a high school history teacher and would appreciate any historical facts anyone can remember.

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Great site...my granfather, Thomas J. Sheaffer (may he rest in peace)served aboard "The Mighty Moo" as a radioman. He's part of the reason I'm in the Navy now. Thank you for this site. I wish you all "Fair winds and following seas."

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my dad served on the boston ca69, when she took the houston under tow, after she was hit. i knew that the boston and the cowpens spent alot of time together during 44,45. would love to hear from anyone about these ships histories. nice site i've enjoyed it.

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My Grandfather Charles A,Mcbeth Also known as MAC a small town guy from ashley,Ohio served aboard the mighty moo/cowpens he has long sinced passed away and i was wondering if anyone knew him and could give me more info about what he did on the ship. if anyone has any info please e,mail me at the above e,mail Thank,you!

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Signing in for my grandfather Walter Perzinski. He served aboard from beginning to end, boarding in the Chesapeak. He didn't talk much about what he did, but I do believe that he was one of the firefighters in the Life 6 photo series. My grandmother ke t the copy of the magazine locked up but used to bring it out in our reminising moods. He joined his fallen shipmates in 1996, stricken by cancer. I am proud of him and all the men of the Mighty Moo! MSgt James Elways, USAF

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I was in boot camp at the time of the signing aboard the Missouri and went aboard the Cowpens shortly thereafter. All we did during my time aboard was to bring troops home from some of the islands.

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I recently traveled through SC & saw signs for Cowpens. Not knowing as much as I do after viewing this site, I didn't ask my friend to pull off the interstate so that I could take a look around. I definitely will next time!!! My father served on the gr at ship during WWII. We never really talked much about it before he passed on in '92. I would appreciate it if anyone could drop me a line if they knew my dad, RAY MCDONALD from Lockport, NY.

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My grandfather was Hollis Williams. He servered on the USS COWPENS. I would like to talk with anyone who served with him to hear stories about my grandfather. I really enjoyed this web site.

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I am writing this on behalf of my father, Harvey Hensley. He was an SB2-C tailgunner aboard CVL-25 for a short time before being sent to flight school to be trained to fly the FM-1, F4F-3 and the F6F-5. After leaving CVL-25 he was assigned to Yorktown u til she sank at Midway. He was one of the pilots forced to land on the Enterprise where he took up residence until she was hit and returned to Pearl Harbor for repair in drydock. Once back in Hawaii, his air group was transferred to the Savo Island unti the end of the war. At the end of the war, he flew escort with the Enola Gay to bomb Hiroshima. He told me that no one knew what was aboard that aircraft other than it would end WWII and that the Enola Gay was to complete her mission at all costs. He as also one of the few non-comms allowed to fly during the war. If anyone recognizes his name, feel free to contact me, and I'll pass your message along to Dad. He is still alive and well and living in Kentucky.

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my father,Harold r Feldmann, was a gunners mate on the cowpens.

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I served on the Cowpens with Air Group 46, and am interested in contacting other members of the Group

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LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO KNEW MY DAD, WILLIAM (BILL OR BILLY YOUNG) JUST A GREEN KID FROM CENTRAL TEXAS WHEN HE WAS ON THE COWPENS. NEVER TALKED ABOUT THE WAR MUCH AT ALL. IS THERE A DIRECTORY OF MEN THAT SERVED ON HER?

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My name is William F.Meyers, I was at New York Shipyard in Camden NJ as part of the pre-commisioning crew of the cowpens. I am a plank owner and was on the ride out from the east coast, through the " ditch ", the Panama canal to the west coast. I was FC3 n the Fox division. I was with the Mighty Moo in the pacific and didn't leave till after the war ended.

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WW2 Navy vet. Crew member BB62 12/26/43 to 3/46 Bainbridge [Md] NTC. Reunion laer this month [sept] Mog Mog?

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Served on the Cowpens from March 1943 to August 1944 with Air Group 25

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My brother, Leslie V. Hunt, flew torpedo bombers off the Cowpens. He passed away three years ago. He was proud of his service, but he told few war stories to anyone. It was not until after his death that his three sons discovered that he had been award d the Distinguished Flying Cross, among other awards (apparently he sank a Japanese ship with a bomb down the stack). His family knows very little about his actual war experiences, and this web site is a treasure cove. Les would have loved this place. erhaps someone remembers Les Hunt, a former pilot and squadron commander. I'd love to hear from anyone with an old story.

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I am signing in for my former father in law, Irv Weiner, the magician from Boston. He served as an aviation gunner aboard the Cowpens. He passed away about a year ago. He was a blessed man to me.

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My Father JOSEPH T. SEGGELKE served on the Cowpens, in WWII. He was on ship during the typhoon. Great Site!

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My dad, Louis Spears, usually known to his friends as Joe, served on the Mighty Moo in the Pacific during WWII. His rank was F 1/c. Does anyone out there remember him? I would love to hear from anyone who does, and even those of you who don't remember him. I have been trying to pull together a lot of things about family history and all of you would certainly be a big part of that hi tory. Daddy passed on in May of this year, 2000, but he always spoke of his time on board the ship. I have a few of his pictures from the ship which I dearly treasure. Thanks for sharing such wonderful stories on this site. I really enjoyed the journey through the past.

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My father, Roy Sexton was on the USS Cowpens from 1942 -45. Would appreciate hearing from anyone attached to the ship or any family members. Thanks.

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My father would,ve been elated with the Cowpens web site,if he were still with us today,he passed away in 1987.His name was Al Brothers,and he was from Boston,Mass.He served in the engine room,and was a fireman as well aboard the Cowpens during the war.Pr or to boarding the Cowpens,he also had served on the Wasp,and I believe the Yorktown.His dad,my grandfather,had been a Navy vet in WW1,having served aboard the USS Shawmut.My father was proud of the time he spent aboard the Cowpens,and honored to have ser ed our country.As he lay dying in 1987,one of his last requests,was to have ten battle stars placed,on his grave marker.During the 30,s he left school to work in the CCC camps,and joined the navy when the war broke out.Some of his biggest victories in lif ,were eventually those that he shared with his fellow crew members,aboared the Cowpens in WW2.We heard the story of the typhoon many times over.His patriotism was an inspiration to me and my brothers.I,and an older brother,enlisted during the Vietnam conf ict,we both served in southeast Asia.My older brother with the 1st Marine Div. in Vietnam,and I with the Air Force,on a combat support base,on Formosa.A younger brother enlisted in the Army,were he served for 6 years,until he was injured on manuevers.I am proud of my dad,who i miss,but i am also proud to live in a country where 60 years ago,many young men went off to fight,in the war of all wars.Forever,I will be gratefull to those old warriors.Surely the world today should be indebted to them.Thanks,Tim B others

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My grandfather served on the ship during the Battle of Leyte Gulf and in the Aleutians. He was a member of the deck crew and had the hazardous job of helping to launch and recover the planes. He nearly lost his life when a plane almost went off the side of the ship, missing him by a matter of feet. He fondly recalled the brave men that he served with. But there were also hard times. He remembered Lt. Comm. Price being washed overboard and Typhoon Cobra. The ship was nearly declared lost at sea. His addest memory was one evening during submarine alert. The deck lights were extinguished. One plane was still out, though. The pilot repeatedly asked for the lights to be turned on so he could land. The radio was on throughout the entire ship, as was s andard practice. He continued to circle and grew more desparate until he ran out of fuel and crashed. It deeply saddened him and the crew. He married and moved to California in the 1950's where he began a family in Rialto and entered the restaurant bus ness. I am the oldest son of his youngest daughter. He died of a heart attack at the age of forty-six in 1970. I never had the honor of meeting him. But my family still remembers his vitality and sense of humor and will always cherish his memory. He nd the men of the U.S.S. Cowpens sacraficed their lives to ensure that we could live free. They succeeded. They will always be our heroes. My family is curious about any veterans who may have served with him. Please e-mail us if you recognize his name

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I would like to trace Trebor Leon Sharpe, we became friends when in Darwin, and have lost contact. So if anyone reads this and knows him tell him Claire from London would like to get in touch again.

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Excellent website, went on board CG63 when it was in Darwin, Australian October 1998.

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My name is Drake Owen. I am interested in finding out information about my father, Robert Baxter Owen, who was a naval photographer aboard the USS Cowpens. I am a teacher and often take my Dad's pictures from the Cowpens into school and display them for my students. I have an original photograph of the treaty deliberations below the Missouri. This and others like it must have been passed among the photographers. I have an array of pictures of the action and pilots. I have pictures of the men in the T kyo area after leaving ship. I corresponded with a Wilhelmind Dearybury back in 1984 and he sent much material to me. I failed to follow up with different addresses at that time. I would like to renew my correspondence with any living members who might ave known my dad. My father died in 1979 and told me little of his experiences. Would anyone be able to help me before there isn't anyone left. Email addresses would be a great help. Thank You Drake Owen

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Suggest you contact Arthur Daly Email address: NFLQ@aol.com Art has written a book from the most extensive Cowpens diary in existence.He was a RM in K div. He may have an extra copy. The "Mighty Moo" nickname was voted for by the crew.

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I was a plankowner. Served 43 to 45. Ships Cook 1/c Trying to find Malcom Cotton or any other cooks still alive.

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I was a radioman in K division. Have been attending the reunions in Cowpens SC for the last 15 years

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I'm from Cowpens, I'm in the Navy and was just checking out the site.

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I am the grandson of a Cowpens sailor. I was just looking through my grandfathers service record and found that he was on the Cowpens. I never got to talk to him about his Navy career. I served in the Navy for 5 years myself aboard the USS Russell DDG 9. My grandfather was a PhM3c-PhM1c. I'm not sure of when he was aboard. His name is R.A. Carson. If anyone recognizes the name I would like to hear from them. Thanks.

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Just dropped by to say Happy Father's Day to all those who now must find a place in their heart to remember our fathers on this day. Our dad passed on March 22, and this will be our first without him. He always spoke highly of the Cowpens and would surely want all who have gone before him to be remembered.

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my dad dwaine stevenson served on the mighty moo during ww2....i believe he was a firemen 2nd class...if anyone knew him email me plz.......he lives in rochester ny.....thank you for a great site !

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My Dad, John Kullenberg, served on the Cowpens from its beginning. I recently obtained his letters from the war, which don't say too much, a lot of censoring, but he does talk about the ship and how great it looked. He also talked about losing his cloth s and money in an " incident." He died when I was little, so I appreciate this site and the chance to get to know a little more about him and what he went through when he was only 19 and 20.

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The page looks really complete. I am anxious to get in involved in the next reunion. Can you e-mail me more detailed information? Ernie

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Hello, Currently, we are trying to preserve the USS Cabot CVL-28, the last WW2 light carrier and sister to the Cowpens. Please visit our website at:: http://www.ironwoman.org to view the latest information and to support us in this campaign. The Cabot will be reserved to tell the tale of the CVL's, such as Monterey, Belleau Wood, and Cowpens. Thank you, Rich

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THIS WAS A NICE WEB SIGHT

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My Dad, Ensign Eric Rellis, was on the Cowpens during the war and was shot down 11/13/44. Lucky for me he made it back. I've also been blessed to read his memoirs of his rescue after some time in the Phillipines. Thanks to all who help keep these memories alive. He might enjoy hearing from some of you. E-mail him at DJ123456@lava.net.

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My father Dan Higginbotham, served on "the mighty moo" during much of the war. He is interested in learning the whereabouts of Eugene Mcallian (not sure of spelling) of Pennsylvania and Charles Mcgrellis(spelling?) of Delaware.

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My grandfather, Frank L. James, served aboard the Cowpens. I am not sure of the exact years, but I know he was very young at the time (probably 17-20). I believe he was a gunner on one of the aircraft. For those of you that knew him, he is doing well a d living in Benton, LA. However, he is reluctant to talk about his war experiences, and I am reluctant to ask him. I am very interested in his wartime activies; I would greatly appreciate any information someone might have about him. Thank you in advanc ...Jeremy

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My father, Calvin Orin Cunningham, was forman of the nitrate plant at Dana Indiana, where they made C2 plastic explosives, in the early 1940's. Even though he had better things to do with two children at home, he quit his war related job in order to be e igible for the draft. He was allowed to choose his branch of service when he was drafted, and chose to go in the Navy. He had two older brothers in WW I, and an older brother, already in the Navy, so he didn't want to be the only brother to not go to war. Not that he didn't enjoy a good fight. He got in bar room brawls like other guys would get in a pick up baseball game. He seldom said much about the death related aspects of his war time experience after he came home. He would talk more about how he had buddied up with some of the CB's, or how they spent two days in a C-van waiting out a bad typhoon that went throug . I'm not sure what his job discription was, I know he was stationed in Okinawa in 1945, and was envolved in the manufacturing of acetylene. One thing he made sure his family knew was, he returned from the war on the Cowpens. I was told, not only by him, but my older siblings, and my mother, that he came back on the Cowpens. My younger brother was also informed. Why he seemed to believe t is was such an important feature of his time in the service, I really don't know. Possibly he made some good friends, that were crew members of the Cowpens, and was made aware of there distinguished war record. Even though his activities on the Cowpens would have been assembly, chow, card games, a stop in Hawaii, and seeing a whale, It was like a requirement in our family to know that dad returned from the war on board the Cowpens. In September of 1969, my father went with me, and two younger buddies, to help me rent my own place; a war home, across from Naval Avionics in Indianapolis. The owner of these old war homes was a recently retired Navy man and of course the Cowpens wa mentioned in their conversation. Less than a month later, a kid from my high school was blowing taps over my fathers grave. Thirty years after he passed away, I was able to find this site from the seeds he planted so long ago. And here I find a since of pride that must have been so significant to my father. Thanks for bringing my daddy back Cowpens. You will be in the Cal Cunningham's family forever.

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My grandfather served on the ship during 1944 and 1945. After talking for the first time in detail about his service, I was curious to learn more. I think this site is great and cannot wait to show it to him. I believe he will delight in seeing some of the pictures and stories that recount his years of service.

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Good job on the web site, guys. I was aboard the USS Abbot DD629 the night we collided in 1943. In fact that night was my 18th birthday. Never had a birthday present like that again. I was happy to read the ships history since I never had seen much about hat she did after our encounter off Hawaii. Charlie.

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My Dad was Jimmy Roche and served on the USS Cowpens from commissioning to the end of the war. He took great pride in the involvement of the Battle of Leyte, Tokyo Bay and The Treaty. God bless all the brave men who were on this great ship.

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I am proud to be reading finally, about the ship my dad served on so many years ago. He is gone but not forgotten.

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HAVE BEEN SEARCHING FOR YEARS FOR INFO ON THE COWPENS. VERY INTERESTING. MY DAD SERVED ON THE DECKS OF THE COWPENS AND HE HAS A PICTURE OF HER ON HIS WALL, THAT I'VE SEEN EVER SINCE I WAS A SMALL KID.

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HAVE BEEN SEARCHING FOR YEARS FOR INFO ON THE COWPENS. VERY INTERSTING

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I am desperately seeking any kind of information about my grandfather. His name is Joseph A. Pelter. He served on the Cowpens during WWII as an officer, and that is all the info I have. If anyone can give any kind of backround, please e-mail me. My Gran father died when I was a year old, so I never new him and would be forever grateful for information I can enjoy and pass on to my children. Thank You, Heidi Hungenberg

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My father Alonzo Tapp, ship's cook died on 3/23/00. His memories of the Cowpens sustained him through life and he passed on this memory to his children. He never knew of this website and I wish he did so he could have shared his memories with others who were there.

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A great tribute to a great ship. Bill

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i am researching information on my father david r weyland who served on the cowpens from commision to the end of the war. any one who could help me in this endeavor please contact me thanks for the great web page

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I'am signing on for dominic "tony" coglianese or cog 43 to 45 mdiv after engine room would like to hear from any one who served with him on uss cowpens he will be attending the reunion this june can contact him at eliwhit126@aol.com

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My father-in-law Daniel Eller Jr served on the Cowpens. I was just digging up some information for him. Anyone that would like to contact him may do so through me.

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I was a passenger from Pearl Harbor to Guam by way of Midway Is. in 1944

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Congratulations on a great webpage and thank you for all of the work you've done on it! I don't remember if I saw it in your guestbook or someone else's, but I saw a comment from a fellow that he'd just read that new WWII novel, "THE TRIUMPH AND THE GLOR " and recommended it highly. At any rate, I got a copy from barnesandnoble.com and thought it was just terrific. Like your webpage, the novel offers a fascinating passage through WWII, while telling a stirring story of courage and dedication to doing wh t is right, no matter what the cost. But enough about that, my only suggestion for your page is to add more of the kind of stuff you already have. If something isn't broke it doesn't need fixing. Keep up the good work!

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My Father Charles H. Marshall Was On The USS Cowpens If Any One Has Any Information Please Email Me

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served43to45 Mdiv after engine room

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I served aboard the Cowpens from Commissioning to Tokyo Bay. Chief Quarter Master Division N

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Served from time of original commission. Chief machinist.

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In 1985, while at the reunion, a ship crew photographer asked me if I had a picture of the camera that saved my life? He said he had a picture of it and would send me a copy. I have never heard from him and would like to get in touch with him. Would gre tly appreciate your help in finding this person. Thanks!

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My husband, Clarence "Morty" Mortensen,was an ARM 2/c with VT50. He joined the Cowpens on May 30, 1945 in Hawaii. His pilot was Dana Overman and the turret gunner was "Helms". The following are some excerpts from his log. May 30- Left for Ford Is. to g aboard the USS Cowpens for our shakedown. June 1-One fighter came in too low and piled up--no injuries. June 6-No planes. New ones coming. No Mail again! June 13-The long awaited day arrives. Left Pearl Harbor with the Lexington & Han- cock CVs and 5 destroyer escorts. Headed for Leyte to join other units of the fleet. June 15-First crash of task group. SB2C goes in--only radioman got out. June 18-Getting ready for strikes on Wake Is. Corsair hits the drink! June 20-Made predawn s rike on Wake Is.--four 500pounders. Glide bombing. Two planes hit by ack ack, No injuries. Engine trouble on 2nd strike-had to return to ship. Lost one VF plane and pilot. Several from other ships went in. June 26-Arrived at San Pedro Harbor, for r fueling and taking on supplies. Got mail! June 30-Waiting to leave. Tired of sitting in port. July 1-Left Leyte with 3 CVs-Yorktown, ShangriLa, & Bon Homme Richard-- 2 CVLs-Independence & Cowpens--and escorts. Headed for Tokyo area to make strikes July 10. July 4 -More briefing for strike on July 10. Cut window until 11 p.m. July 9 - Cleaned up plane. All ready to knock the Hell out of the bastards. July 10-Made early strike on airfields in Tokyo area. One plane damaged. One Jap Dinah shot down. No injuries for us. July 14-Bad weather again but we flew anyway--200' ceiling.Too many clouds to see target so we went after shipping. Missed with bombs but strafed sub chaser. Really had a time with the fog. Second strike hit Muroran. Two planes hit. July 17-Bad weath r--strike called off when in planes ready to take off. Fire caused by belly tank--several guys burned--2 died later. July 19-20-Heading out to refuel. Still bad weather. Refueled and took on mail. Got 5 letters! July 24- Headed for Japan again. Ran i to storm of typhoon nature. Little bit rough! July 24- Ready for strikes on Kure. Made strike on Tone class cruiser at Kure. July 25- First strike jettisoned bombs because of bad weather. Second strike cancelled. July 26- Refueled and fooled around all day. July 28- On way back to attack shipping in Kure Harbor, made dive, but was hit on the way out. Camera I was using to take p ctures of attack saved me. Probably a 25 MM or 50MM explosive shell. Doc took quite a bit of shrapnel and wire out of my left hand and various parts of my body. July 29- Slept almost all day getting pennicillan every 4 hours--feeling quite a bit better July 30- Still sleeping. Rusty has my gear packed to go on hospital ship tomorrow. May get home pretty quick. July 31- Transferred to the hospital ship, USS Rescue, in a mail bag. Thus ended my husbands days on the Mighty Moo. He spent som time in the hospital on Guam, many months as an out-patient at the Naval Hospital in Oakland, CA. He graduated from CSUFresno.We were married in 1947 and had 3 children. He spent 35 years doing what he loved--teaching junior high woodshop. He retired n 1985 and we do alot of traveling with our 5th wheel travel trailer. He often speaks of the good times that they all had and his biggest regret was that he was unable to locate his pilot, who got the plane back to the carrier, until after he had died of lung cancer. But his memory lives on in our grandson who is named Dana. Thanks for this great site!

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My grandfather, THOMAS HICKMAN served aboard the Cowpens during WWII. I would appreciate anyone who new him, or of him to please drop a line. Thank you!

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My grandfather, THOMAS HICKMAN served aboard the Cowpens during WWII. I would appreciate anyone who new him, or of him to please drop a line. Thank you!

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I am from Cowpens SC and was just looking for info

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Served aboard the Cowpens-43-45, 3rd Div. Am a Plankowner. Have attended reunions since '85-always have a wonderful time. If you see ever see a Vermont licence plate -- COWPENS -- you'll know it's me! Our great ship left us all with many memories.

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Great site!! Keep up the good work. I served aboard from early '44 till end of the war.

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My good friend William Parrow served on the Mighty Moo during WW2. He has told me the many stories, adventures and friends that he served with. He has also told me about the typhoon and plane crashes on the deck. I wanted to find a model or replica of th Mighty Moo for his birthday. He now resides in Aberdeen, SD. If anyone lives in the area that served on the Cowpens. Please contact me by e-mail. Thankyou

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My grandpa William Dwight Gates served on the USS Cowpens and I was told about the website by other family members.

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My Grandfather, William Dwight Gates served on the USS Cowpens. He died in 1980, and I miss him terribly. Thank you for this site, as it brings me closer to him. Blessings to ALL! Kelley Zinkan

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historian and ww2 buff i tear up when i encounter the histories of those who sacrificed their all for this great land. and when i see what our kings and queens have done to this country it makes the sacrifice seem in vain.can you imagine billy or teddy on a grand ship such as the cowpenthankyou and godbless

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Thank you. You've helped me find my uncle's aircraft carrier, the Langley!

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My farther, Fred S. Gentry served on the Cowpens during WWII. This is an excellent site.

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My farther, Fred S. Gentry served on the Cowpens during WWII. This is an excellent site.

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I am trying to locate my son, Nick Hefel, who is stationed in San Diego on the USS COWENS. I would appreciate any information. Thankyou!!!

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My father, Peter Gardner, served on the Cowpens in '45. This is a great site.Will try to send some pictures if he has any.

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I AM WRITING THIS FOR MY FATHER HERBERT LIEBERMAN, WHO WAS STATIONED ON THE COWPENS FROM 1942 TO 1946. HE WAS A RADIO MAN. I AM LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO MAY HAVE BEEN STATIONED WITH HIM ON THE COWPENS. HE WOULD LIKE TO WRITE TO YOU.

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Thanks for the trip down menory lane. Was aboard ship before put into comission thru Oct 1945. MM2

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Thanks for a great site. My grandfather, Bob Magowan, enlisted served aboard Cowpens as an intelligence officer.

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I enjoyed, and still enjoy, browsing through the Cowpens web site. My father, Norbert Grode, is pictured among the crew. He is not all that talkative about the two years or so he spent on the ship, but I remember him mentioning his experience of the typhoon. Also, I have seen many of his pictures.

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I'm signing in for my father who does not have access to e-mail. He was on the Cowpens in WWII - in the engine room - Walter "Bucky" Harris. He is living in Massachusetts, has attended a reunion, and has a wealth of information/memorabilia. If anyone r members him, please contact me and I will pass along the message. Thank you so much!

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Hope to make the reunion this year.

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This is a superb site and I commend it's author for his efforts. My father, Charles "Chick" McCarty, proudly served on the Cowpens when she sailed into Tokyo Harbor. I wish he had an internet connection so he could see what a wonderful job you've done ca turing slices of the Cowpens noble history. I will return to this site for sure!

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Was assigned to "Mighty Moo" from Camp Shoemaker, Ca. in 1945. Boarded it at Vallejo, Ca. while it was there. Assigned to "B" Div. forward fireroom. Remember Chief Fromme,1st class WT Carroll, 1st class WT later chief Sidebottom, 1st class WT Jim Kelly to name a few. High point of my tour, being a member of the crew of the first carrier in Tokyo Bay!! Have been to a reunion in Cowpens , S.C. Was youngest crew member that attended that year.

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Served in Fox DIvision in 1944 and 45. Currently living at 1800 Shaver Street, Apt. 305, Rapid City, SD 57702.

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My name is Richard Bjork and I served on the USS Cowpens from its commissioning through 1946. This means I was a plankowner. At the end of the war I was a Shipfitter 3rd Class. Also, at the begining, I was Seaman 2nd and 1st class and also was awarded he Purple Heart as result of injuries incurred at the invasion of Tarawa. I donated my medal and is on display at the USS Cowpens museum in Cowpens, SC. I accessed this site through my son's computer.

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My Grand Uncle was Ensign Willaim Oscar Stanton, Jr. from Jacksonville, Florida. He served aboard the Cowpens in VF-25 until he was listed as MIA after a raid on Wake Island on 5 October 1943. He served with Ens. McIlwaine and Farber and Lt.'s Price and LIttle. If anyone has any pictures of my Grand Uncle or other narratives I would greatly appreciate it!!

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I'm signing in for my grandfather, Bosun's mate 2nd class Louis F. Wilson. He served on the Cowpen's in the 3rd Division, from 1944 through the end of the war. Grampa wishes the best to all of his old shipmates. If anyone would like to contact him, the can e-mail me and I will relay the message. Thanks for the great site.

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My father inlaw Robert Ingram served aboard the USS Cowpens. He was the meteorologist. He has related numerous stories regarding his life aboard the Cowpens. Such as the typhoon they encountered, inwhich a destroryer was sunk. Because the Captain did not fill his near empty fule tanks with sea water. Which would have stopped the ship from turning turttle, as it was to top heavy for those conditions. His seeing Enegma secret weather forecast. Plus many more tales. He resides in Scottsdale, Az. Those

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I was a Radarman 2nd Class in the V-3 Division.I was assigned to the Cowpens in Mar.1943 and left the Ship in April 1945. I have been to the Reunions in Cowpens for the last 17 years missing two of them.

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This is in honor of my Father-in-Law Ernest Harper. AKA Head Harper. Head was one of a few Blacks. Assigned to the Deck division. He was onboard during the surrender of Japan. He now lives in Lufkin, Tx. married and has 11 kids (1 deceased). Phone is 409 632-3626.

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I am signing on in honor of my late father, John G.Stefaniak who served on the Cowpens from 1943-1945. He was a member of the famous VT-25 Avenger torpedo squadron. He was the turret gunner under the command of Lt. Richard B.Cottingham, the other crewm n was Lester H. Woody. They were active in all the major strikes in the South Pacific. I salute all his fellow crew mates from the Cowpens.

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Also looking for Jones from North Carolina. (I was also called "Bud") Mervin "Bud" Mootz

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Looking for shipmates.. Enjoyed my first Cowpen reunion this year at Cowpens South Carolina. Looking in particular for those in my division V-3 also Pachico(sp), Minor, Cohen.

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Looking for some people to reminice with. I was in WWII. Stationed on the Cowpans.

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My late father Nick DiVincenzo (E-3) served aboard the USS Cowpens from late 1944 to 1946. He was a radio/gunner on one the the Avengers aboard the Cowpens, unfortunately, I do not know what Air Wing, Squadron etc. Is there anywhere I can look up some of his info. Thanks T/Sgt (USAF) Vince DiVincenzo

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I am submitting this information on behalf of my uncle, Robert W. Slezak, who died a hero after WWII. He was a Lieutenant – USN; Naval Aviator from September, 1942--1946 (and from 1946-1955), Here is a brief description of wartime activity: With Aircraft Carrier USS Cowpens, January-September, 1945; participating in Air Strikes on Wake Island and Hokkaido Island (Japan) in June and July 1945. Recipient of Air Medal. Member of USN Squadron 51, which made first group landing on Japanese soil after WWII on August 28,1945, at Atsugi Air Base, Hokkaido, Japan (near Tokyo). Please contact me directly if you have any information regarding my uncle. T

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My late father Ernest M. McDermon Jr. served aboard the Cowpens during WWII. He passed away when I was a boy. My mother Virginia tells me that he operated the aircraft elevator on board the "The Mighty Moo". I'm siging in on his behalf. I'm very prou of his and all his shipmates service during the war, thanks for all that you did for our country. Great web site!

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When I last signed in I failed to mention that I arrived on board the Cowpens on 7/3/43 as a member of Air Group 25, Mark Grant, LCR, was our skipper. My pilot, William (Bill) Day, Ens.; turret gunner, Larry Maddox, AMM 3/c, Dan. Kirschner, ARM 3/c, radio radar/gunner comprised our immediate crew. Larry lost his life by drowning after we were shot down by AA fire over Saipan and other turret gunners filled in until our Air Group was relieved July 1944. Prior to that date, LCR Grant who had been shot down uring our first Wake Island attack (rescued by a Sub about a week later), was replaced by LCR Robert Price, a great fighter pilot, who shepherded our Group until we returned Stateside. Hope this didn't bore y'all.....

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My dad John (RED) Donovan served aboard the Cowpens from 1943 till the end of the war. I am so thankful to find this site so i can see for myself the ship he so proudly served on.

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Interesting site......Could use more Graphics

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My Grandfather was Lt Charles E. White, mentioned in this site. I did a bit of research on the USS Cowpens while stationed in Guam in '87-'89, but this site has much more info then I could gather. Good job Uncle Tim! Hope Granddads flight logs help with d tes.

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I was in the Navy 1965-69 and I served on the USS Coral Sea CVA43 during the Viet Nam war and made one Viet Nam Cruise.

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Served 1945 & 46 M Division Aft engine room

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The Uss Cabot CVL-28 was sold to a scrap metal dealer on sept.9th. ECOSAT, the company that was to buy her and turn her into a museum did not have enough money to make the winning bid. The new owner however is negotiating with ECOSAT to sell her to them. t will take more donations to get this done. There is still time. Please visit www.divemiami.com for more info. Thanks, Gary

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I was an Aviation Radioman 3rd class when it was commisioned in the Philadelphia naval base and served during the entire war.

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Great site. My father served on the mighty moo's sister, the USS Belleau Wood cvl-24 (battling bella) as she was known. The last light carrier, the Cabot, goes on auction Sept. 9, 1999. We must all help Ecosat win this bid. Please visit www.divemiami.com, all of the info is there.

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Marine Detachment, USS Langley, CVL27. If you hear of any Langley types, please pass the word. Fair winds, following sea. EKS

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This is the Web site that I've searched for since being iniated into the mysteries of Computers. It is complete even though names and events have been omitted. Example....USS Cowpens, first Air Group, VC-25, Commander Grant, was shot down during our fir t Wake Island encounter, but happily was picked up by a rescue Sub, several days later. However, overall, this is an excellent accounting of what the USS Cowpens went through and I personally thank all those who were responsible for the massive effort it took to publish.

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My father was Robert Price. My daughter, Ann Atkins, found this site and gave me the info about it.

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My grandfather was Lieutenant Commander Robert Price who was washed overboard the Cowpens during the typhoon in December of 1944. My mother was not two years old when he died, so she has no memories of him. Does anyone have any stories about my grandfather that you could share with me and my family? Thanks so much. Sincerely, Ann Atkins

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Thank you for this site. I have often wondered about the history of my grandfather's ship. This answers so many questions. I am thankful for the men who gave so much for my freedoms.

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Brings back memories.

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Very nice Web site you have here. Please visit the Web sites of the Tonkin Gulf Yacht Club Web Ring. I hope with the Tonkin Gulf Yacht Club Web Ring we can encourage others to read about the sacrifices so many made during this period of recent history. Thank you for visiting and posting on the discussion forum at the Tonkin Gulf Yacht Club Web Ring Web Site. (www.tgyc.cjb.net) . I invite others to join us in the discussion forum on the Tonkin Gulf Yacht Club Web Ring Web site. Tonkin Gulf Yacht Club Web Ring

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Thank you for providing this site. My father-in-law was CWO-4 Donald O. Hansen, a crew member of the Cowpens.

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I am the son of Lt. Morgan Paul Dickerman,II who served on the flight deck of the U.S.S. Cowpens for two years. He served on the flight deck from 1943 to 1945.My father passed away in 1974 when I was just out of highschool so I did not really have a chanc to know my father,but I do know his days spent on the Mighty Moo were some of the best days of his life. I attended the reuion this year where I met around sixty of his shipmates and three men that were in my fathers division. I also had the pleasurer of meeting Ron Boudouris whom I have kept in contact with.Ron has helped me learn more about my father's time on the ship. If any of the crewmembers remembers my father and would like to share a memory with me by e mail,I would greatly appreciate it. God Ble s Tim White and Ron for this website and May God Bless the men of The U.S.S. Cowpens and their spouses. Thank You. Sincerely, Morgan Dickerman

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My Uncle, William Dwight Gates, was assigned to the Cowpens after finishing EIC school, Navy Yard, Wash. D.D. 1943. He died several years ago, so I don't know which division he was in. I don't even know what EIC stands for. He had 4 brothers in WW II, 2 N vy and 2 Army Air Corp. Please E-mail me any info any of you may have about him. He has 7 daughters and I'm trying to find any info about him on the Cowpens. He went in the Navy Spring of 1941 and was on the USS Palmer DMS-5 in the Atlantic until assigned to the EIC school. Please E-mail any info on him. Gates [in Texas]

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I recently attended the reunion for the crewmen of the Cowpens. It was my first time and I went on behalf of my dad who was not well enough to go. I was welcomed with open arms and the experience was memorable. I am forever grateful to the crewmen for t eir efforts and sacrifices. God bless the men of the Mighty Moo!

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Signing in for my Dad , Donald L.Dover who served on the Cowpens from May 1945 to June 1946. He was in the 1st Division , A Seaman 1st Class Who worked the Anchor Detail and Gun Detail. If any Shipmates would like to contact him please E-Mail me. I know e would love to hear from you !

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Very nice site, very informative

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As a former Officer on the Mighty Moo during 1944-1945, I am delighted to find this site.

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My grandfather, James Andrew Brown, Sr., served on this ship. He has passed away. I would like to hear from someone that may have known him and hear some stories. He was from Elberton, Georgia, wife named Rachel.

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I am signing this guestbook for my parents. My Grandfather Edward Morrison served on this ship in WWII. He had some great stories to tell... and if you were ever missing a mattress... well, that would have been him.

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Actually, I got the address from the SMML (shipmodels@tac.com.au). Looks good; as a scale moeler and ship freak, I treasure the work people like you are doing. I'm retired Air Force (1960-80) and definitely I should have followed my natural father and u cles into the Navy, but, I wanted to make my step-father happy with me. Will check out your web ring - ahoy!

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I'm writting for my father, Emil "Bill" Marino. Even today, my Dad tells stories with great pride about his service on the " Mighty Moo" The license plate on his car reflects his pride, CVL-25. He also met his life long friend Wilbur "Junie" Pedrotty aboard the "Moo". Great Web site.

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Enjoyde the page very much. Outstanding research on the subject. Michael Smith Marshall, Texas

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Enjoyde the page very much. Outstanding research on the subject. Michael Smith Marshall, Texas

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Enjoyde the page very much. Outstanding research on the subject. Michael Smith Marshall, Texas

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i am currently a member on the USS COWPENS (CG 63) and i have been actively seeking information on the great carrier COWPENS. in feb of 99 i had the pleasure of meeting some COWPENS vets from WW2 and heard some amazing stories. i had the pleasure of giv ng them a tour of the ship and learning more about their life onboard the carrier. CG 63 is carrying on the tradition of honor that was started in WW2. she reigns as the number one cruiser on the west coast,if not the entire fleet. i am proud to have s rved on her. thank you - fitz

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i am currently a member on the USS COWPENS (CG 63) and i have been actively seeking information on the great carrier COWPENS. in feb of 99 i had the pleasure of meeting some COWPENS vets from WW2 and heard some amazing stories. i had the pleasure of giv ng them a tour of the ship and learning more about their life onboard the carrier. CG 63 is carrying on the tradition of honor that was started in WW2. she reigns as the number one cruiser on the west coast,if not the entire fleet. i am proud to have s rved on her. thank you - fitz

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I enjoyed seeing another site representing the light carriers. The last of these great ships, USS Cabot CVL28, will be scrapped in a few months unless we come to the rescue. Cabot will go to public auction in about90 days, and be sold to the highest bidde . The scrappers will be there, and will get her unless ECOSAT, of Miami, Florida or some other friendly enity is able to win the bid. If you want to help save the last light carrier, please visit the Cabot web site: www.divemiami.com Thank You!

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Hello....I'm signing in for my dad D.O. Hansen...V2...sorry he didn't get to enjoy your great page! We grew up with lots of neat stories about the "Mighty Moo". Your page is terrific!

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My father,Thomas M. Clark, Avation Electricians Mate 3rd. Class served at some time durring WWII on the ' MIGHTY MOO'. I remember him relating a story of a plane crash and fire where seamen were badly burned and possibly transfered to another ship. If any one remembers him ,plese contact me. THANKS. GREAT SITE!!!!

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SIGNING IN FOR MY DAD WHO SERVED ON THE USS COWPENS DURING WWII. IF ANYONE REMEMBERS MY DAD PLEASE E-MAIL ME HIS NAME WAS JOHN EDWARD GIBSON. THANKS FOR THIS PAGE..

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I served on the Cowpens as Electrician's Mate, 3rd class during the time that we entered Tokyo Bay.

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I'm checking in for my uncle, Joe "Bingo" Marino from Philadelphia, who doesn't have Internet access. Bingo proudly served aboard the "Mighty Moo" in the Pacific during WW II as a member of the Deck Crew. Bingo wishes the best for all his ex-shipmates.

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I was a Radio Man, 2nd Class on the USS COWPENS from July 1943 thru the end of the the war. I have wonderful memories of my shipmates and have seen many of my friends thru the years at the reunions in Cowpens, SC. God bless you all. Best regards from the Irish kid" in Boston. Art

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I Often wondered about the Mighty Moo. I was on Board when we put it in moth ball in Alemeda, Calif. I was in # 1 engine room. I thought it was the best. thank you for your site.

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My father is a former crewmember and I believe a plankowner. He met my mother in Camden NJ while the ship was being built. My father was in fire control, His Name is William (Murph) Meyers, he retired in 1969 as a Master Chief, and lives in Virginia Beach, VA

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I am signing in for my late father John P. Daly. He was an Electrician's Mate on the USS Cowpens. I recall him telling stories of his experience of sailing through Typhoon Cobra. I congratulate you on this wonderful site, and take this opportunity to salu e my father and all the men who served aboard the USS Cowpens.

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I was aboard carrier U.S.S. Solomons CVE 67 from 1943-1945,and am looking for fellow crew members and any other info. Thanks Ellsworth "Ozzie" Nickerson.

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I was an ARM in VT 50 in the Cowpens in 1945. B.F. Gentile and S.J. Sessions were shipmates and friends. I might have some info and dates that could be interesting and inforative which I will send ASAP. You have a GREAT page.Please keep up the good work....

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I am a current crewmember of the USS Cowpens, or as we say "a member of the Thundering Herd". You have a wonderful site here. It puts mine to shame, and inspires me to redesign my site. If you are ever in San Diego, drop me an email, and I'd be more tha happy to give you a tour of Cowpens.

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I am wondering if the Cowpens is Still Operational ?

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relative- bobby trainor served on cowpens. i was with a group seabees in transport on the cowpens into tokyo bay .we were set aland at yokuska japan

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My Dad, Art Daly, was a radioman on the Mighty Moo.

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My husband, Lenard, served as a plane captain on the Cowpens during WW11. We have gone to the Reunion of the Shipmates and their wives in Cowpens, S.C. for the past fifteen years. It has been a wonderful experience. The townspeople in Cowpens have been warm and welcoming to all of us and have helped to make it a time worth remembering! You have a wonderful cite and we both enjoy it very much. Keep it up!!

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I want to thank you for dedicating a web page to the Uss Cowpens. I also want to tell you that I am using this page for my school report. I hope and am sure you don't mind.

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Son of USS Cowpens vet

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My dad is a plankowner,he was on the ship from commission to the end of ww2. He also belongs to the ass. and goes to the reunions. As a family we went to the com. of the new ship COWPENS.

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Signing on in behalf of my deceised brother Peter Hynes Snyder AOM2c, Ships Co. who suffered through 9 major battles and double hurnia aboard Copens. Family and Navel Records in St. Louis lost records. Top Gun Site. Mike, AL3 VP7 (Korean)

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My grandfather, Henry Hershel Giles, Seman First Class, served on board in 1944 and 1945. He was there when Cowpens crossed the equator (I have his shellback certificate dated Sept. 1, 1944).

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Great site, very clean with lots of good information. See you soon, and I found this site though your ICQ info.

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We were visiting friends in Palm Bay, FL when we learned about this great web page. We enjoyed watching the Super Bowl with Bob and Livia Thiem and Ted and Cidi Helm. Your sister told us about this web page so we decided to visit. Best of luck, Joe.

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Good site. Good preserve of honored history. My dad served on the Cowpens in '44 & '45. In a day of shameless morals, this site celebrates the courage and selflessness our preceeding generation had.

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My late father Fred H. Lee was aboard this ship during the war.

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served on cowpens 1943-> 1945 seaman 1st class

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My late husband served on the USS Cowpens CVL-25 from 1944 to 1946. His name was Joseph F. McGettigan Sr.

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Outstanding site keep up the good work god bless sue

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My father Murv Hampson,RT 3 class served 1944-1945 including the ride into Tokyo Bay. This article is wonderful.

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Good site- Needs some pics though As I'm sure you know, Cowpens is now an Aegis Class Cruiser. A very sea-worthy ship your dad would be very proud of. I was MCPOC on Kincaid (DD-965), it's the same hull and propulsion, Diff. weapons. Don't know your background, but you pro- ably wouldn't believe WHAT THIS CLASS OF SHIPS CAN DO. Check with Saddam, he has some first hand experience. Of course I voted for you, keep up the good work. Bob

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My father died on Dec. 10th. He was so proud of the work that his ship The U.S.S. Cowpens did. He has tons of pictures that he prized.He was on a torpedo bomber and has many air strike pictures. He was awarded the gold star and 2 Air Medals. May the memory of all the brave members of the "Mighty Moo" live forever. Keep up the good work!

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A very well-made and interesting site. I remember hearing a quote about the Cowpens once: "When you've got a name like Cowpens, you have to fight twice as hard to keep people from laughing". That they did, and they certainly deserve the recognition. Keep p the good work.

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I am signing in for my father, Seamam First Class John Ward Mahoney, he passed away in June of 1995. My father was a plank owner and served onboard the Mighty Moo from her commissioning in May 1943 until the spring of 1945. He also attended a few of the reunions in Cowpens, S.C. If he was still with us I know he would love this site as much as I do. Thanks, Tim. Great job!

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Signing in for deceased older brother, Tony Cecchetti who served on the Cowpens in 1945 til the end of the war then stationed on Kwajalain til the A Bomb test.

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Trying to locate members from Division K, 1943-1945. My rate was RT First Class.

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WWII Vet - Pacific Theatre - Australia to Japan Army Air Corps & Merchant Marine. '45-'47

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As a former cewman on board USS SITKOH BAY CVE 86 during Korean War I was browsing and came on your fine sit, and I appreciated very much being able to view your ships history and fine record.

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I have enjoyed the site a great deal. My father was a pilot with the Cowpens, and one of the first four men who went into the Japanese camps after the surrender. He died two weeks ago, and I wanted to learn more about the ship and crew that were so much a part of his life. He didn't talk to us much about the war itself, just the good times on the ship, the camaraderie with the other guys, the ports--the non-painf l memories. I am sure that I will be back to this site. It will help me to feel close to my dad. Sue McArdle

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Good Job & Good Links.

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Being an aviation vet, USN 1959-63 AT2 VP9 & VU1, I enjoyed your site.

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Nice Site

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Hi! I'm a Co-Liaison in Heartland and on the debugging team... Just checking out the guestbook problem you reported. Nice Site!!

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My father, Jack P. Mann Sr., served on the Cowpens and only mentioned a few events over the years. It was great to find this site and read the history. The discription of the typhon was very interesting and was just as he discribed it. Thank you for your fforts.

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Hi! I served aboard the USS Arthur W. Radford (DD-968) during Operation Desert Storm/Desert Shield and I just got out of the Navy in 1996 after serving 10 1/2 years.....

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Nicely done