Good to hear that you've join the RVAH-12 on-line. Had a reunion several years ago with some of guys you may remember: Eric Carlson, Matt Mathees, John Flemming (PotoMate that stayed in till retirement) Bill Hopkins and Ken Groenough (sp). We met during a reunion of the Forrestal crew in Charleston. Those guys were returning from a Med cruise on Her while I was at NAS Albany waiting their return. Don't remember when you joined H-12, did you make the USS American world tour? I remember you were with me during the next Med cruise. I left the America when we pulled into Barcelona as I was getting out 19March72. Lots of great memories. Drop a line.
"Hi Bob:
You were looking for shipmates that served aboard the USS America on the around the world cruise in 70. I remember you in the AQ shop and if you want to reach me on email: bobfvip@gmail.com. Would like to hear your story.
Bob Vipond"
"Michael:
I'm Robert Vipond and I am writing to you concerned about discussions of Agent Orange exposure for Blue Water Vets. I served aboard the USS America on a West Pac 1969-1970 and I am trying to locate any sailors who have filed claims with…"
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Bob,
Good to hear that you've join the RVAH-12 on-line. Had a reunion several years ago with some of guys you may remember: Eric Carlson, Matt Mathees, John Flemming (PotoMate that stayed in till retirement) Bill Hopkins and Ken Groenough (sp). We met during a reunion of the Forrestal crew in Charleston. Those guys were returning from a Med cruise on Her while I was at NAS Albany waiting their return. Don't remember when you joined H-12, did you make the USS American world tour? I remember you were with me during the next Med cruise. I left the America when we pulled into Barcelona as I was getting out 19March72. Lots of great memories. Drop a line.
Doug
Hi Bob,
Welcome aboard.
John VAH-9
Terry RVAH 14