On May 18, 1992, NSGA Subic Bay, Zambales, Luzon, Republic of the Philippines closed. The details leading up to the closing follows.
Continue reading “NSGA Subic Bay closed on May 18, 1992”His real name was Frank “Rocky” Fiegel. He was born in 1868 in Poland and, as a child, emigrated to the United States with his parents, who settled in a small town in Illinois.
Continue reading “Popeye The Sailor Man”The latest from the Naval Cryptologic Veterans Association:
Continue reading “Comms Check Latest”USS Stark steams quietly near Bahrain on May 17, 1987. The Tanker Wars between Iran and Iraq are ongoing, and the United States is trying to keep commerce flowing in the Persian Gulf. Unbeknownst to the crew, it is the final hour of life for 37 sailors onboard the Stark.
Continue reading “Remembering USS Stark – Red Sky in Morning: Naval Combat at the Dawn of Hypersonics”Happy birthday, Steve. It is such a gift to have you as my son. You are always remembered, honored and respected for your integrity, loyalty and bravery for which I couldn’t be more proud. Your huge smiles, your humor, your kindness and fairness, and your unending love for family and friends fills my heart each and every day. You make me so very proud to be your mom, always and forever with unending love.
