The third Walke (DD-723) was laid down on 7 June 1943 at Bath Maine by the Bath Iron Works; launched on 27 October 1943; sponsored by Mrs. Douglas Dillon; and commissioned at the Boston Navy Yard on 21 January 1944 Comdr. John C. Zahm in command. After fitting out at the Boston...
After shakedown out of Casco Maine in June Kidd cruised in the Atlantic and Caribbean escorting large combatant vessels until she departed for the Pacific in August 1943 in company with Alabama (BB-60) and South Dakota (BB-57). Arriving Pearl Harbor 17 September 1943 she got underway 29 Sep...
(loss of hearing) reserves 2 years. It was and still is with great pride and honor to have served onboard USS Iowa BB 61. Its history and memories will forever live within me. I am proud to have served my country on this great ship. Awards: Navy Achievement,Battle E's,Good Conduct...
Here is a little history that predates and may have influenced HMS Victorious’ first foray to the Pacific. After departing Norfolk on 14 January 1942, Wasp headed north and touched at Argentia, Newfoundland, and Casco Bay, Maine, while operating in those northern climes. On 16 March, as par...
From 9 March through 26 April Wallace L. Lind underwent tender availability a leave period and training at Casco Bay Maine. She then traveled to Charleston S.C. where she underwent restricted availability and operated with John W. Weeks until 12 July when her home port was changed to New Or...