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"The service and protection provided by the crew of the USS Yorktown is our gift to all Americans."Get out of the way of the "Fighting Lady" "The Lucky Y" ~~~~ 472 enemy planes shot down; ~~~~ 199 ships sunk,~~~~ 1,886 planes damaged, ~~~~ 329 enemy ships damaged, ~~~~ WWII, bombing the heart of Tokyo and numerous other targets, ~~~~ Sinking the largest Battleship ever built ~~~~ For every Yorktown plane lost there were 11.5 enemy planes lost or damaged; ~~~~ Korean War, Vietnam War,  Cold War on Worldwide Communism; ~~~~ Recovering the First Astronauts to Travel to the Moon; ~~~~ South America Cruise, North Atlantic NATO cruise, Hollywood movies and television appearances;  ~~~~ America's Grey Diplomat for over 200,000 sea miles~~~~~~~~~~ UNCLE SAM GOT HIS MONEY'S WORTH WITH THE SHIP AND CREW OF THE USS YORKTOWN!~~~~~~~~~Official US Navy Photographs made by US Navy Photographers Mates

 

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White House spokesman "CIC was NOT bowing to foreigner" (New Topic? Then start a New Thread) , Tue Nov 17 5:41pm
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psychiatrist at Walter Reed warned Fort Hood about Hasan (New Topic? Then start a New Thread) , Thu Nov 19 2:59pm
This is really looking bad for the brass at Fort Hood. One of the top psychiatrists at Walter Reed was so concerned about Hasan, that he wrote a memo outlining his belief in the terrorist's incompetence and reckless behavior. Daniel Swerdling of NPR has the scoop: Two years ago, a top psychiatrist at Walter Reed Army... more


Orpra Winfrey retiring~Richard Wells takes "the con" (New Topic? Then start a New Thread) , Thu Nov 19 8:24pm
In a surprising move, Opra Winfrey, who has been the queen of American television since 1986 has announced that she is retiring and that Richard Wells, former photographers mate of the USS Yorktown is taking over the show. "The man can tell a story", sniffed Winfrey, "its as simple as that." Winfrey's staff admitted... more


"My wake is bigger than your wake" (New Topic? Then start a New Thread) , Wed Nov 18 5:30pm
PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 17, 2009) The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) breaks away from a formation of 26 ships. Ships from the U.S. Navy and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force are participating in Annual Exercise (ANNUALEX 21G), a bilateral exercise designed to enhance the capabilities of both naval forces. ... more


"blue & white bottom ribbon for my 2008 flu shot" (New Topic? Then start a New Thread) , Mon Nov 16 8:29pm
What a pussy! WASHINGTON, D.C. (Nov. 9, 2009) Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Rick West receives the H1N1 vaccination at the Pentagon. The vaccination is mandatory for all military personnel. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jennifer A. Villalovos/Released) Search: All Any... more


WTF! our President bows to another nation (New Topic? Then start a New Thread) , Sat Nov 14 11:54am
Bows to Saudi Arabia dictator. Bows to decendant of Emporer who presided over Pearl Harbor, Bataan Death March, torture of US fighting men prisoners of war. IT is time to impeach the whole lot of them! Dan Loyal American Strict Constructionist


USS Yorktown Going Down In A Sea Of Red Ink (New Topic? Then start a New Thread) Japs couldn't kill her but bad managers can, Thu Nov 12 12:02am
October 26, 2009: The U.S. Navy has long been willing to donate old ships to groups that were willing to maintain the retired vessels as museum ships. But the navy attaches some very expensive strings. That is, the navy expects the ship to be kept in decent shape. This is a problem with many old metal ships, as they... more


At Tomb of the Unknowns~Arlington (New Topic? Then start a New Thread) , Fri Nov 13 11:48am
Notice that CIC doesn't salute, doesn't put hand on his heart. So what you get when you elect someone born in Kenya.


WTF! our President bows to another nation (nm) (New Topic? Then start a New Thread) , Sat Nov 14 11:52am


Old Glory with the New Navy (New Topic? Then start a New Thread) , Thu Nov 12 10:01pm
OKINAWA, Japan (Nov. 11, 2009) Sailors raise an American flag during Veterans Day morning colors aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joshua J. Wahl/Released) Search: All Any Exact Submit Photo Contact Us Privacy & Security... more


it’s as if World War II happened yesterday (New Topic? Then start a New Thread) 8,000 feet over USS Missouri and japs surrender, Wed Nov 11 12:14pm
One is a Naval Academy graduate who marched up the ranks to admiral before his military career ended. One was a Navy pilot who cries when he remembers his roommate’s death. And one is a retired air repairman who never saw combat. Three old men. Three sets of memories from the same war. Some they’ve repressed — others... more


Patriot's Point to Postpone Veteran's Day Celebration (New Topic? Then start a New Thread) , Wed Nov 11 12:57am
Today's WWII Submarine Memorial Dedication Ceremony at Patriots Point has been postponed due to anticipated inclement weather. On Saturday Patriot's Point is hosting an "Honor Landing" for veterans. At noon, all veterans and their families are invited to a ceremony in the Hangar Bay of the USS Yorktown, which will... more


Didn't Guam up this launch (New Topic? Then start a New Thread) , Wed Nov 11 12:42am
PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 8, 2009) Lt. Hector Laus, from Dededo, Guam, launches an F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Argonauts of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 147 aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9 are participating in a strike group sustainment... more


Uncles' deaths spurred Marine from Bemis to fight Japanese (New Topic? Then start a New Thread) the ship's food was "very good,", Mon Nov 9 8:06pm
Shot down japs aboard USS Yorktown. World War II became personal for V.A. Cooper when Pearl Harbor was attacked by Japan on Dec. 7, 1941. His mother's two youngest brothers, Cecil and Milton Kennington, were among 1,177 sailors and Marines who died when the battleship USS Arizona was sunk during the attack. "It hurt... more


World War II hero reflects on Navy of yesteryear (New Topic? Then start a New Thread) , Mon Nov 9 8:02pm
Henry Detterer remembers the first time he boarded his aircraft carrier, the U.S.S. Yorktown. “The Yorktown was dry-docked at Bremerton, Wash., for repairs,” Detterer said. “I remember walking around under that ship and thinking it was so big and heavy that it would never float.” But it did. Detterer, a Windsor... more


Murderer yells 'Allah Akbar' & 0 yells 'dont jump conclusion (New Topic? Then start a New Thread) , Sun Nov 8 12:49pm
pic: FtHood Murderer minutes before carnage. In the hours following the shooting at Ft. Hood, President Obama demonstrated resolute apathy to the greatest issue of our time. His callous and apathetic beliefs caused some rather unbecoming behavior for a United States President. And worse yet the American people are the ... more


Oh Yeah? (New Topic? Then start a New Thread) "Dear Mom, this is how I got wounded", Sun Nov 8 12:30pm
A U.S. Marine squad was marching north of Fallujah when they came upon an Iraqi terrorist, badly injured and unconscious. On the opposite side of the road was an American Marine in a similar but less serious state. The Marine was conscious and alert and as first aid was given to both men, the squad leader asked the... more


"The Mess Hall is Now Open for Supper" (New Topic? Then start a New Thread) , Sat Nov 7 10:34pm
SEA OF JAPAN (Nov. 6, 2009) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Derek C. Townsend and Aviation Support Equipment Technician Airman Apprentice Quatin F. Robinson run clear as an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Island Knights of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25 lifts cargo pallets from the... more


CIC Gives Shout Out to 'Medal of Honor" recept THAT ISN'T (New Topic? Then start a New Thread) , Fri Nov 6 7:48pm
While soldiers die and bleed, CIC Obama shows his insensitivity. "President Obama delivers remarks on Ft. Hood shooting at end of tribal leaders conference." The transcript begins: SPEAKER: PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA [*] OBAMA: Please, everybody, have a seat. Let me first of all just thank Ken and the entire Department of ... more


Former crew wants sub kept out of water (New Topic? Then start a New Thread) , Thu Nov 5 6:46pm
The sailors who crewed the 325-foot-long submarine Clamagore think it's time to pull the boat out of the water at Patriots Point and put it on display on dry land. If not, they fear their Cold War memorial to the "Silent Service" will get lost to the elements, maybe forever. photo Schuyler Kropf Staff Former Clamagore ... more


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