Great Page!! As an old Navy man glad to have found it. Keep up the Good work.
Jan 9, 1999, 21:58. John De Giovanni of Sharon Springs, N.Y., , wrote:
Enjoyed reminiscence!
Jan 12, 1999, 16:54. Allen Gray of Sacramento, CA, U.S.A., wrote:
I served as a S1/C (RM) on board the Cabildo l945/46. Bob Scanlon was top RM in the radio shack at that time. Gald to be "aboard" again as an association member!
Jan 12, 1999, 20:04. Melvin Paul of Broken Arrow, Ok, USA, wrote:
Thanks for the memories
Jan 13, 1999, 20:21. Charles & Dolores Carroll of Charlotte Harbor, Florida, USA, wrote:
very good but am I a lost cause? I have pictures so does Lingel,D.
Jan 15, 1999, 08:40. George Longley of Strafford, Missouri, USA, wrote:
I served aboard the USS Cabildo, LSD-16 from the period of 1965-1966 in supply. A shipmate, Dale Bittle notified me of the web-site. I have often thought about the crewmates that I served with and where they might be now. I appriciate the information on the website and I will be reviewing it more as I have time.
Jan 19, 1999, 15:20. Shelley Croyle-Blackburn of Hernando, Fl, US, wrote:
Thank you for this site. My father was Clyde Croyle and I wish so much now I would have asked my questions about his life. This has really helped me to realized what his life was like when he was on the USSCabildo. If any one new my father please write me. I have lots of pictures and who knows you may be in one and I will be glad to let you have it. Thank you again
Jan 22, 1999, 20:42. Bill Shipley of Atoka, Tenn, wrote:
My father is Gerald Shipley and he was a cook on the Cabildo in the 50's. I am looking for those who know him from the Cabildo. I also have a dear friend named Mel Franklin who also was a cook. Thanks.
Feb 1, 1999, 19:39. Larry Potter of Martinsville,IN USA, wrote:
Larry Potter of Martinsville,In.46151, USA, wrote:
I like your web page just the way it is.
Feb 6, 1999, 09:56. Michael J. 'Mutt' Leonard of St. Paul Park, MN USA, wrote:
Great site! I was a seaman onboard from Dec 67 through her decommissioning in Long Beach, CA 31 Mar 70. Love those photos of her early years.
Feb 8, 1999, 12:04. Rick Handke of Maple Grove, MN USA, wrote:
Great looking Web Site...I was on board from 1966 to May 1969 and would
Feb 16, 1999, 11:34. Maryalyce & Jack Stotz of Setauket, NY USA, wrote:
Great site and great picture. Thanks
Feb 23, 1999, 12:59. Kenneth E. Page of Troy, NY USA, wrote:
I picked up info on your web site in "The Voices". I was on USS TACONIC (AGC17) during Korean War. Did not see service in Korea. I enjoyed traversing through your site. Looks great. PS the Voices had web site of gttp (typo)
Feb 25, 1999, 03:04. Gerald Roberts of Louisville, KY USA, wrote:
This web site is GREAT!!!!!
Mar 6, 1999, 11:45. Martin Martinez of Brownsville, TX, USA, wrote:
This page is wonderful I bet my father would love it when i tell him. He was in the Navy and was aboard the USS Cabildo. Thanks!
Mar 7, 1999, 17:36. Miguel (Mike) Martinez of St. Paul Park, MN USA, wrote:
Could You Please Add Me To Your Contact List... I Served On The Cabildo In 1955-1958 Address: 224 Dew St Brownsville, Tx 78520 Phone # (956) 544-5640
Mar 7, 1999, 18:37. Melvin aka "Frank" Franklin of Cerritos, CA USA, wrote:
I served with a great bunch of guys from about 1954 to 1957
Mar 8, 1999, 01:34. Louis Pattison of El Paso, TX, USA, wrote:
Nice site..I served aboard the Cabildo in 1960-61 in the deck force. Then went to radioman school.
Mar 8, 1999, 18:40. Lowell E. (Lupe) Ellingson of Richland, WA, USA, wrote:
GREAT WEBSITE! I SERVED ON THE USS SHADWELL (LSD-15) FROM 3-60 TO 6-63 AS A DK2. I WOULD LOVE TO SET UP A SIMILAR WEBSITE FOR THE SHADWELL .
Mar 13, 1999, 20:26. James Wartman of Fresno, CA, USA, wrote:
I was looking for info on LSD's, particularly USS Alamo (LSD33) and found your site. It was very interesting and I enjoyed viewing it. I served aboard Alamo from Jul 65 - Jul 67 as Food Services and Disbursing Officer. We participated in amphibious raid operations in Vietnam out of Subic Bay , Philipines.
Mar 14, 1999, 18:45. Phillip Southern of Red Bluff, CA, USA, wrote:
I served on the cabildo from 3/56-5/58. i was an FT3.
Mar 16, 1999, 11:16. Art Jacobs of Essington, PA, USA, wrote:
This indeed a very commendable site. My father who just passed away just before Christmas was a plankowner on the USS DONNER LSD-20 and a Chief Boatswains Mate. I proudly served in the Navy as Quartermaster 3RD Class on board the USS LINDENWALD LSD-6 from 1966 to 1967 at which time it was decommissioned and i received orders to the LST 1177 LORAINE COUNTY. What an insight into the life of an LSD. WELL DONE AND OUTSTANDING. Would like to hear from all Lindenwald shipmates and the especial
Mar 16, 1999, 11:25. Art Jacobs of Essington, PA, wrote:
One last comment. My father would have loved this site. And if anyone would like to get in touch with me just E-MAIL JAKEEAST.
Mar 19, 1999, 08:44. Charles McGough of Monroe, LA, USA, wrote:
Great page. I served as an ET3 aboard the USS Plymoth Rock LSD-29 from 11-61 thru 1-63. Your page bring back a lot of memories.
Mar 20, 1999, 23:37. Jim Ingram, LST 519 QM3 of Memphis, TN, USA, wrote:
Back again for another cruise. You have the most terrific Navy site on the internee
Mar 22, 1999, 13:34. Richard Marlow of Stillwater,MN, USA, wrote:
Came aboard 1967 left GMG3 Oct. 1969 Its been nice hearing from old shipmates.
Mar 28, 1999, 17:27. Jim Ingram of Memphis, TN, USA, wrote:
You still have the greatest NAVY site on the internet. Welcome aboard the LST 519 anytime! http://home.jinko.com/ww2LST
Apr 5, 1999, 09:46. Robert Berg of South Range, WI, USA, wrote:
Enjoyed the site especially because I served onboard from 1969 thru decommissioning in Long Beach in 1970.
Apr 28, 1999, 11:23. Roy Crowe of Garden City, NY, USA, wrote:
Excellent web site
May 6, 1999, 17:26. wally rogers of Standish, Maine 04084, USA, wrote:
New e-mail address. Would like to hear from mates on-board 64-67. Was a storekeeper and ran ship's store for a while. Looking for S-Divsion mates.
May 25, 1999, 11:12. Michael J. "Mutt" Leonard of St. Paul Park, MN, USA, wrote:
Just revising my email address. It has been great getting together with former shipmates...just wish we could locate more from the 1967 to decommissioning timeframe.
Jun 9, 1999, 19:07. Russ Smethers of Henderson/NV, USA, wrote:
You have done a tremendous job. My hats off to you all!!!
Jun 20, 1999, 15:05. William 'Willie Wilson of Madisonville, Kentucky, Hopkins, wrote:
Scanning the many subjects on Cabildo Website. You're doing a great job.
Jun 20, 1999, 15:14. Wm. "Willie" Doyle Wilson of Madisonville, KY., Hopkins , wrote:
Sorry I cut myself off too quick. I was aboard 1951-54 I'm an Associate member.
Jun 22, 1999, 21:20. Anthony Marandola of East Northport,N.Y., U.S.A., wrote:
John: Your just too much. I read some of the new stuff you added. Grrrreat...C
Jun 27, 1999, 01:21. Jim Ingram of Memphis, TN, USA, wrote:
Back again. This one of the really GREAT Navy sites on the internet!
Jun 28, 1999, 15:41. George Stokem of Hartford, NY, USA, wrote:
As President of the USS Cabildo Association and on behalf of all our members, I want to thankyou for the effort and talent you conttibute in maintaining the Cabildo website.
Jul 19, 1999, 23:58. John J. Aquino of Paramus, NJ, USA, wrote:
I served aboard the USS SHADWEL (LSD-15) from 10/50 to 12/53 - Heard about your site and it brought back old memories - I may start one for the Shadwell. John
Jul 24, 1999, 12:31. GEORGE MCLAUCHLAN of DORCHESTER SC, DORCHESTER, wrote:
TERRIFIC SERVED ON CABILDO 62/63
Jul 27, 1999, 02:40. William (Sam) Fowler of Rusk, Texas, USA, wrote:
I was on the Cabildo when she was hit at Wonson in 1952. I remember we had 3 big mines in the well deck,but they were not hit.
Jul 30, 1999, 02:10. Emmanuel Cabildo of San Diego, CA, USA, wrote:
I am a retired USN and I am interested to become a member. Am I qualified even though I have not served on USS Cabildo?
Jul 30, 1999, 16:19. GARY BUYSSE of MINNEOTA, MN, USA, wrote:
Absoutely great what a great job takes me back 37 years.
Aug 2, 1999, 23:48. Mike Hilton of Edmonds, Washington, USA, wrote:
Good web site!. I was aboard for a few months in 1954. A QM3.
Aug 5, 1999, 13:23. Tim Spollen of Virginia Beach, VA, , wrote:
Mr. White- Great site! I'm sure it has brought numerous Cabildo sailors together to talk about the old times.
Aug 10, 1999, 03:50. mike verhagen of waukesha wi, usa, wrote:
Great site visit from interested crew member from Prock, LSD-29
Aug 14, 1999, 11:18. terry harrell of mayfield,ky, usa, wrote:
looking to see if my father,William Henry Harrell dob 12-25-15 was on this ship ?
Aug 15, 1999, 20:31. Michael Moriarty of New Milford,CT., United States, wrote:
Hi Jack, found time today to start reading your website on the USS Cabildo.I read your "Fishing Party" in Sea Stories , your lucky you didnt become a meal for the sharks. I will send you some information on the magnets as soon as I can .
Aug 17, 1999, 22:32. William Harrell of Mayfield KY, USA, wrote:
I was on board the USS Cabildo as a carpenter's mate, 2nd class, in 1945. Please contact me if you served with me during that time. Thanks, W. H. Harrell, 202 East College St., Mayfield, KY 42066, (270) 247-3900. Note to Webmaster John F . White: Is there a ship roster available for the year1945? Great website.
Aug 18, 1999, 01:17. Larry Stanley of Hood River, Oregon, , wrote:
Hi, I was aboard Cabildo '66-'70. Came on as SN in deck force and was aboard till decommissioning at Long Beach. Went out as QM2. Best friends were Marciel and Curry (QM's) and Fulmer (deck ape). Made 2 1/2 tours in Nam- actually, spent more time in Yokos
Aug 18, 1999, 18:06. Michael Dunigan of Methuen, MA, U.S.A., wrote:
My father Francis J. Dunigan, was an officer aboard the USS CABILDO sometime between 1956 thru 1967.
Aug 21, 1999, 07:03. Chuck Westbrook of Evansville, Indiana, , wrote:
As a former crew member of the USS Tortuga LSD-26 I would like to congratulate you on your outstanding web site. It is very well laid out and it has anabundance of interesting information and great photos Every time I visit an LSD web site, I fell at home....
Aug 26, 1999, 08:16. Chuck Westbrook of Evansville, Indiana, , wrote:
Greetings John: This is one of my many enjoyable visits to your 4.0 web site. I have been here many times and enjoy my visit more each time your web site was the inspiration for me to build a site of my own. Thanks for an outstanding web site, Chuck Westbrook .
Aug 26, 1999, 08:30. Chuck Westbrook of Evansville, Indiana, , wrote:
I also wanted to thank you for you contributions in keeping the memory of these great old Amphibious War Ships alive and for the roll they played in helping keep this great nation free. I honor you for your accomplishments while serving in the US Navy. C.W. .
Aug 26, 1999, 08:44. Chuck Westbrook of Evansville, Indiana, , wrote:
Your dedication and the sacrifices you made for your country will be honored for many years to come. I am sure that your great web site has visited by many sailors it has given them much pride and respect for the uniform they wear. C.W. .
Aug 26, 1999, 08:56. Chuck Westbrook of Evansville, Indiana, , wrote:
I am sure your site has encouraged many of them to keep the Navy tradition alive & well. I would like to thank you for spreading the word about the Tortuga site and I thank those from the LSD-16 who have visited my site. I cordually invite all your members to visit the TT site. .
Aug 26, 1999, 09:03. Chuck Westbrook of Evansville, Indiana, , wrote:
John, I would like to apologize for using so much of your guest book space! "Well Done Mister" .
Sep 2, 1999, 23:14. Ronald Long of Boulder Co, USA, wrote:
You have great web site . Iserve on the uss gunston hall lsd 5 61- 63
Sep 7, 1999, 09:40. TOM WISE of MECOSTA, MI, , wrote:
My 3rd visit to your website. It is great. Just got on-line and looking for old shipmates from the SHADWELL.
Sep 7, 1999, 21:39. Frank Woodruff of Monett, MO, USA, wrote:
Great piece of work. Very informative. See you in Branson, MO.
Sep 20, 1999, 19:02. David Still of Virginia Beach, VA, USA, wrote:
Pop, Oustanding job. I love the additions since I last logged on your site! Keep up the great work. I sorry you didn't get to the reunion this year because of Hurricane Floyd.
Sep 21, 1999, 21:18. Hershel Kaiser of Carl Junction, MO, USA, wrote:
Great reunion in Branson MO. If you didn't make it this year you should think about next year! We missed seeing the webmaster, J White, but we understand that hurricane Floyd fouled up his plans.
Sep 21, 1999, 23:00. Dale Bittle of Ozark, MO, USA, wrote:
Thanks to all involved in the Reunion in Branson, Mo, especially Cliff Wynes. It was great to spend some quality time with old ship mates and make freinds with some new ones. I look forward to next year in Branson. All of you crew member who did not attend this year should try for next. I would like to challenge all the Vietnam era Cabildo sailors to come out and take part in a great orgnization.
Sep 25, 1999, 21:21. Henry D. Pierce of Nashville, TN, USA, wrote:
Served aboard from January 1965 until December 1967
Sep 29, 1999, 18:41. Jack Martin of Setauket, NY, USA, wrote:
First Rate Web Site
Oct 1, 1999, 19:11. John Loudermilk of Marion n.c., USA, wrote:
I enjoyed your site espically the photos.I was on the Whetstone lsd27 61-65
Oct 7, 1999, 20:32. Chester Harris of Ca, , wrote:
I've been here before, but didn't have a chance to sign your guest book, So I'm doing it now as I tell you I like your site.
Oct 10, 1999, 19:27. Danny Forbes of Slocamb,Alabama, wrote:
I THINK YOU HAVE DONE A GOOD JOB OF LETTING PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT YOUR SHIP. I WAS STATIONED ON THE USS WHIDBEY ISLAND (LSD_41)
Oct 11, 1999, 19:52. Wally Rogers of Standish, MN, USA, wrote:
I enjoyed the reunion at Branson, but was dissapointed at the Vietnam Era men. We know your out there. Why not join the assc. and get togther by reunions or e-mail with old friends. We have had some of the best times of our youth onboard, why not share them and become friends again. Thanks Dale and Russ, I enjoyed our short time together.
Oct 13, 1999, 23:37. Charles E. Pope of Clinton, NC, USA, wrote:
John, sorry I didn't get to Branson for the reunion either but Hurricane Floyd did a number on North Carolina as well. But do look forward again to nest years reunion at Branson . Thanks again for the web site.
Oct 16, 1999, 18:13. Chuck Sanders of Elko, NV, USA, wrote:
Enjoyed the site, served on a Cabildo Class The USS Fort Mandan LSD-21
Oct 17, 1999, 00:54. Graham Dunnege of New York, , wrote:
What a great site! My father, BM3 Royal Graham Dunnege, was aboard in the early or mid fifties. Keep up the good work, and keep the memories alive.Thank you.
Oct 17, 1999, 20:54. Jerry Feutz of Newberry, Mi., , wrote:
Thank you for a good job. I served aboard the COMSTOCK LSD-19 from '52 to '57.It seemed like there weren't enough LSD's then because we were always underway. You name the operation, and there were always a couple of those ships there. It's refreshing to see the navy building more of them. A very versitile ship, to say the least. Thanks!
Oct 21, 1999, 13:55. felix almonte of new york city,n.y., usa, wrote:
I'm glad to see and read about these great ships of the us navy, as I also served on the uss duluth ldp #6 ( 77 THRU 81)
Oct 29, 1999, 10:32. roger and family Montague of Northport, us, wrote:
We love to see this kind of american hertitage
Oct 31, 1999, 16:35. Terrill Ferrie of Sioux Falls, SD, USA, wrote:
Great site, lots of interesting stuff. I served aboard the Catamount LSD-17 in '69 til decommissioning in '70. I really loved those old LSD's. Thanks for a great site!
Nov 4, 1999, 21:55. Leland Trosper of Kinsman, OH, USA, wrote:
Had a great time in Branson. Going back next year!
Nov 4, 1999, 21:57. Chuck Sanders of Elko, NV, USA, wrote:
Enjoyed your site I have linked it on my site. could you do the same? http://www.freeyellow.com/members8/lawofficer2
Nov 7, 1999, 07:54. Tim Gladding of Northport, NY, , wrote:
Hi Jack, Great site. I'm enjoying it very much. Too bad the other sites don't look as good.
Nov 7, 1999, 14:19. Robert LaRue of Oroville/WA, USA, wrote:
Great review/Spent this day with LSDs/Crew Catamount LSD17/Korea
Nov 8, 1999, 12:20. Ken Skorstad of Arendal, Norway, wrote:
I'm reaserching the Holdorff family, and i would like any person related to E B Holdorff to contact me, as he was my great grandfathers brother son. I have a lot of info about his ancestors!!!
Nov 9, 1999, 19:26. Gerald Smaldone MD of Stony Brook, NY, USA, wrote:
Interesting history. Thanks for letting me in on it. I would probably get seasick
Nov 10, 1999, 12:45. Steve Holdorff of Va Beach, VA, US, wrote:
First time I have seen a photo of my grandfather (CDR Holdorff) from those days aboard the ship. Really enjoy the web site and keep it going!
Nov 10, 1999, 23:41. Gary Buysse of Minnesota, MN, USA, wrote:
John, The web just gets better and better. Keep up the good work. Cabildo Sailors "CAN DO" Well Done
Nov 12, 1999, 22:29. Walter Raney of Orlando, FL, USA, wrote:
I served on the USS Cabildo from Sept 1958 until June 1963
Nov 18, 1999, 20:11. Bill Hawkes of Mdassapequa Park, NY, USA, wrote:
Great to see pictures of my old shipmates. Sorry I couldn't make reunions.
Nov 22, 1999, 10:51. Mike Bizanovich of Wheeling, WV, wrote:
My uncle, Norge Santin, told me about the web-site. I'm really enjoying the stories and pictures from some of our "real" American heroes.
Nov 23, 1999, 12:17. Gary Zupkas of San Diego, CA, USA, wrote:
What a thrill it was to find this website...accidently while doing some research for a friend. I had thought that all that I had left of those special memories was some fading photos. This is great!
Nov 25, 1999, 20:58. C. C. "Buddy" Benton of Myrtle Beach, SC, USA, wrote:
You have produced a very good site with documentation and photos to compliment it. A lot of time and research has gone into it and it shows. Keep up the good work. Buddy LST 1126
Nov 28, 1999, 13:25. Robert Kephart of Norwalk, CA, USA, wrote:
I served aboard the Cabildo from 1959 to 1962 as a radioman. I was in the fight at Adak. Not many persons from 59-62.
Dec 7, 1999, 20:29. Warren Hochberg of Bayside, NY, USA, wrote:
Thanks for leading me to this site. I enjoy history.
Dec 14, 1999, 20:44. Jim Ingram of Memphis, TN, USA, wrote:
Always enjoy visiting your site. This is the first time this month.
Dec 14, 1999, 22:42. Bob Stevens of Mechanicsburg, PA 17055, USA, wrote:
Enjoyed your web page. I was a BT on Uss Casa Grande LSD-13 in the mid 50s.
Dec 20, 1999, 16:03. Kenneth Girvin of Boston, MA, USA, wrote:
Just found out about the USS Cabildo site from my old roommate. I served as the Electrical Officer from 2/68 to 8/69. Nice to see the old ship again.
Dec 22, 1999, 18:41. Dr Konstantin Korotenko of Moscow, Russia, wrote:
I enjoyed looking at your Cabildo website and meeting colleague Jack White in Stony Brook, NY. Konstantin Korotenko, Sergeant Major, Radio Operator, Destroyer "Sokrushitelniy" ("The Crusher"), USSR Navy, Baltic Sea, 1970-72.
Dec 26, 1999, 16:14. HARRY ALLSTON of REEDLEY, CA, USA, wrote:
Served on lct's 1019 (eto) 647 (pto) (1943/1946). Wanted to say HELLO and good wishes