ASSOCIATION OF GUNNER'S MATES

1ST GUNS OF THE FLEET

The Association of Gunner's Mates was founded in 1991, when our Services brought a renewed feeling of Pride and Patriotism that had not been experienced since the early days of World War II. Jack Photenhauer and Bob Albinson were shipmates in the late 50's, but served mostly on different ships. After being separated for over 30 years, they decided that since they would not be going to the same ship reunions, it would be ideal to form an organization where they would have something in common. Since both were Gunner's Mates, with the same basic background, they pursued the development of this fine organization, and the Association of Gunner's Mates was born.