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I reported aboard March 3 1970AD. Dry dock San Francisco Naval Shipyard, FPO San Francisco California Ship’s Culinary Department Enlisted Dining Hall I worked a rotation 3 on 2 off schedule till April 2, 1970AD. I was transferred to Walnut Creek Naval Hospital Walnut Creek California till May, 1970AD. Transfer back to S-2 Division for 1 1/2 year transfer to S-4 Division for year transfer to AIMD Jet Mechanic 1 1/2 year till March 3 1973AD. Transfer to Treasure Island Naval Station California till August 28 1973AD. honorable discharge two tours USS MIDWAY CVA-41 FROM DRY DOCK TO OPERATION ROLLING THUNDER WHICH SENT THE COMMUNIST NORTH VIETNAMESE TO THE SURRENDER TABLE IN PARIS FRANCE. THE ALLIED TROOPS WON THE COMMUNIST WAR THE COMMUNIST INCURSION OF VIETNAM 1965AD – 1975AD THE NORTH VIETNAMESE COMMUNISTS UNDER HOE CHI MINTH SURRENDERED. My Dad ensign Roger W Frost served on a destroyer escort 1944AD – 1946AD saw the battle of Truk Island which was the American Victory over a Japanese Fleet.

Years Served: 1959-61…Hi shipmates — I was in OR division working in Main Comm and later worked in our transmitter rooms…had the Crypto watch while in Hong Kong when we were ordered to get underway — anyone else remember leaving all our gear in Hong Kong?

Years Served: ~3…I really loved this boat and the Place she took me. I think about it from time to time while talking with the old Vietnam era sailors in my neighborhood. I really used to have fun back in those days.

Years Served: 81 – 84…Had the best time of my life serving with some truly awesome men while on board. Spent most of my time in the Weapons elevator shop, G-3 div. Capt. McGrail was the best CO a sailor cold have ever asked for. I still on occasion find myself watching for the Green Flash, lol. Any who, great serving with everyone, your the best.

Years Served: Board member…I have severed on the board now going on 5 years. Last week I had the opportunity to play golf with Adm. L. Chambers and his wife. This was perhaps one of the most rewarding experiences for me as a board member.

Years Served: 78-80…Hey fellow shipmates, I was in V-1 div. Crash Crew. She was a great ship. Hope to visit her in San Diego soon. Patrick Sullivan, Jose Garcia, I know your out there, Let’s get in touch.

Years Served: 69-72…S-6 Division. Just thought I would say hi to anybody that cares. Take care.

Years Served: 1978-1980…Was on the Midway 30 years ago (VA-115). Will be taking my family out to San Diego in June 2009 for a vacation and I will be going back on board, but this time Ill have my sons with me.

Years Served: 80-83 and 87-89…Hello to all shipmates, buddies and friends. AIMD-IM2 (80-83) and

Years Served: Aug; 1970 to Sept. 1974…I WORKED IN S-6 DIV & AIMD IM-1, WORKED WITH MANY WONDERFUL SHIPMATES. I GOT ALONG WITH ALL HANDS. I AM NOW RETIRED AND LIVING IN ST. PETERSBURG, FL I HAVE BEEN OUT TO VISIT THE MIDWAY MAGIC’ 3 TIMES. EACH TIME IS ALWAYS WONDERFUL. THE CREW ABOARD NOW, HAVE DONE SOME GREAT WORK TO MAINTAIN MY SHIP. I AM IN CONTACT WITH SEVERAL FORMER SHIPMATES AND ALWAYS LOOKING FOR MORE. MAY GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU YOUR FAMILIES. THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR NATION

Years Served: 1970 to 1974…I HAVE REALLY ENJOYED MY TWO TRIPS OUT TO VISIT, THE USS MIDWAY MUSEUM. I AM IN CONTACT WITH SEVERAL MIDWAY SHIPMATES. IF ANY MORE WANT TO CONTACT ME, PLEASE DO SO. WE ARE NOT GETTING ANY YOUNGER. I WAS VERY PROUD TO BE ABOARD THE MIDWAY AND WORK WITH SO MANY NICE SAILORS. SHIPMATES. IF YOU CONTACT ME, I HAVE A LOT OF PHOTOS OF MIDWAY, THAT I’LL SHARE. jbrown119@tampabay.rr.com SURE HOPE TO HEAR FROM YOU. YOUR FRIEND: James A. Brown, USN, Retired

Years Served: 62-66…howdy all

Years Served: 1973-1975…I was a BM in 2nd Div. I caught the Midway in Alameda & Rode it to Japan. I got sick a few times after all those shots. But I’m fine now. I live on the north Oregon coast & have made the road trip to sunny San Diego four times. Last time was 4-30-2010 that was the 35th anniversary of Operation Ferquent Wind. It was really cool seeing the bravest man alive. Yes i’m talking about the guy that packed his wife & 5 kids in that little Bird Dog and landed safely on the Midway. THAT WAS A BALLSY MOVE!!!!! I got out as soon as we got back to Japan.

Years Served: march 9 1989…huh.. im searching for my father name mr. duane durham.on that year that the ship of USS midway ship he was one of the crew of that ship..his navy.. i never see him all of my life i think my father is around 30-50years old now..but I’m still hoping to see him… my mother name sarrah ebra she’s 37 years old now.last April 2012 i contact my mother because she abandon me..I’m adopted child of my good and lovable standing 2 mothers.. but I’m still hoping to contact my father and i want to see them both…I’m danna 23 years old now i was born march 9 1989 i know that you know me… PLZ CONTACT ME AT MY EMAIL danna_dee20@yahoo.com…

Years Served: 75-76…Just stumbled across this site and wanted to say that I have been trying to find a reason to visit the ship in San Diego. I’m hoping I can get a business trip in the area sometime this year. The best memory I have on the ship was the shellback initiation. I remember going to Singapore prior to the initiation and watching the Pollywog beauty contest afterwards. I also remember the captain wearing a hat after the “Royal Barber” had made a visit. Best time ever.

VAQ-136 AMH2
Feb 1980- Mar 1982
Was on transpac team from Whidbey to Atsugi. Made two cruises to the Indian Ocean on Gonzo station. Had a great experience.

I was on USS Midway CVA 41, West Pac’s 71 & 72 hello to anyone from 3rd division deck dept

My dad was on the midway 1950-54 just want to say hello to anyone who remembers him Robert donnell jr, he was an airplane mechanic h

I was the first program director and morning disc jockey on radio station KMID.

Good morning sailors, this is SKi of the Olszewski pedigree.
1958 to September 1960.