Great memories! )Thanks for checking in.Paul. American Veterans Care Association achieves this vision by investing donations and revenue to develop sustainable . Your photos are great and thanks again for your post.D. Holy Family Hall, Rm 205. USS George C. Marshall (SSBN-654), a Benjamin Franklin-class ballistic missile submarine, was the only ship of the United States Navy to be named for General of the Army George C. Marshall (1880-1959), who served as U.S. Secretary of State from 1947 to 1949 and as U.S. Secretary of Defense from 1950 to 1951. Garelochhead Station Trust provides information, support, training and social opportunities for veterans and their families, of all ages. The forthcoming expansion in the number of people based at Faslane and Coulport, as HM Naval Base Clyde becomes home to the Navy's entire submarine fleet, is expected to see millions of pounds of investment in Helensburgh and its surrounding communities. Came close to getting "hitched" to a lass from Falkirk. What was the appeal?I visited Sterling once and liked it. Steve Newstrom E Division USS Saratoga CVA-60. The last submarine tender to be based there, the USS Simon Lake (AS-33), left Holy Loch in June 1992. Needless to say, I loved it there. A crew of 500 men from Mobile Construction Battalion 4, the Seabees, spent the next five months to assembling the vessel, which became fully operational in November 1961. It seemed at times you could see all four seasons before you walked from one end of the pier to the other. I remember two Navymen, one was Dale Leazer and the other one was Roger Pearson. The Submarine Tender USS Proteus (AS 19) arrived on 3 March 1961. I remember A.J. With the reduction in European tension and Went back to Scotland for the first time this past summer both the people in Gourock and Dunoon were absolutely the best, brought back many memories. Hey man. As tensions eased over the years, and the Cold War eventually came to an end with the demise of the Soviet Union, the closure of the base became inevitable, with the announcement being made February 6, 1991. AMVETS HI-0005, West Loch Post (EIN: 83-2332933) AMVETS HI-0006, Ewa Battlefield Post ; AMVETS HI-0007, Barbers Point Post IRS Tax Guide for Veterans' Organizations; The Holy Loch American Veterans Association collected 300 towards the work, which was presented to the Sandbank Community Development Trust, to be used as part-payment of the 500 restoration cost associated with the lamp mounted on the stone pillar west of the main monument. Submarines ventured to Site One from the sea before and after their patrols and tied up to the anchored submarine tender. It is accepted policy that members of the Royal Family should never be involved in controversial political matters and a visit to the USS Simon Lake would, at best, involve the Queen Mother in public controversy, while, at worst, there might well be embarrassing incidents. November 1975, the Canopus was relieved by the USS Holland (AS 32). The gardens are on the west side of the A815 road from Dunoon, between the Holy Loch and Loch Eck, and include footbridges across the River Eachaig. Sandbank was more of an area, Dunoon was the closest town. All Rights Reserved. Private bathroom. I do recognize your picture. The base, called "Site One," consisted of the USS Canopus, a 644 foot long ship called a submarine tender, a floating dry dock that could accommodate submarines, and a large barge with a super crane. I too was there in 1978 on board the USS Holland (AS-32). Holy Loch is a former submarine base situated in SW Scotland Holy Loch Mouth of Holy Loch Introduction The Holy Loch is a sea loch, a part of the Cowal peninsula coast of the Firth of Clyde, in S.W. . DAV Helps more than a million veterans every year. Their financial impact on the town was not as great as many people thought. The area offered deep, sheltered access, and had already seen service during World War II, as a Royal Navy submarine base. I remember the USS Skipjack coming in and also Canadian and Australian boats also .As we who were fortunate know Scotland is a beautiful country,and is on my bucket list to return !! Leslie,No, I don't know the people mentioned above. Enjoy the area and the people. [CDATA[ I relieved Dennis Smith on the Tugboat Does anyone remember the Chief's that were on the boat when I was there Please email me at Widama@Myfairpoint.net thanks, I know that the U.S.S. Most of them had crumpled righthand front fenders (wings), the roads here were narrow, often single carriageway, and in an emergency the Americans pulled to the right with the inevitable consequence. google_ad_format = '120x600_as'; Bought an engagement ring from a shop in Edinburgh. they are my sisters. Strange to see no evidence of a sub base. WINTERS BETTER THAN NEW ENGLAND. The 1945 film Perfect Strangers, starring Robert Donat, Deborah Kerr and Glynis Jones, also filmed around the area of the loch. I hope to take my wife there one day - in the summer, of course.Paul, Hi , I have been looking for a marine froM the Simon lake , 19 66 ,67" 68, his first name was George ,and his last name was blaseg , not sure of the spelling of his last name. Manage your policy online, file claims for benefits, and access helpful resources. The USS Holland AS-32 Association Welcomes you to our website honoring the third ship of the United State Navy to bear the name of the Father of the Modern Submarine: John Phillip Holland This website is dedicated to the Officers & Crewmembers of the USS Holland AS-32. DID ALOT OF HIKING WITH THE DUFFLE BAG FULL OF BEER. Although I'm a city guy, I enjoyed my stay in Tighnabruaich. We will be on stand 1635. We designed the ships logo. About. Site One refit. I was at Holy Loch aboard the Will Rogers and the George Marshall. ['mark', 'firstbyte', (new Date()).getTime()]]; Scotland-England gave us an appreciation for (1)its national health care system, (2)their sport of soccer - I became a ref for 10 years starting in 1995, (3)the Britsh TV program, "till death do us part," that became "all in the family" for the USA,(4)their foods = fish & chips wrapped in a newspaper, lamb, and bananna fritters. Paul. In January '82 the Holland was relieved by Hunley, returning for a 2nd tour. From 1991 to 2005 he was a producer and on-air host of "Inside Government," a public affairs interview radio program that aired Sundays on WPEN AM and WMGK FM in the Philadelphia area. and can not be used without permission from AboutSubs. Every thing you talked about brought back so many memories about being on the tugs. Port stops in Scotland X2, Norway, Denmark, Germany, EnglandX2, Portugal, Spain X4, Azores X2 Key West was home. Nominations were considered by a panel of industry executives, Seatrade Insider's global editorial team, cruise consultants, analysts and association experts from around the world. We used to dance in the Harmony pub and I would give anything for fish and chips from Elselmos chippy on church street, thanxcathy. They were married on the USS Holyloch on 12/3/76. You can read his full bio by clicking on the above photo. As a Veterans association we are committed to, and stress the importance of upholding and defending the Constitution of the United States of America and the American Flag; and promoting understanding, appreciation and respect for the sacrifices and commitment given to the United States of America by the American Veteran, in general, and the . Have been back several times & played St Andrews. s.parentNode.insertBefore(p, s); Divisions within the British government and concerns about protests by the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND) caused her arrival to be rescheduled to 3 March 1961. I also enjoyed visiting the Scottish pubs. FAQs | FIND A POST | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY POLICY Copyright AMVETS National Headquarters. It's a very special place, and I'm grateful for having had the opportunity I Thank God that I got to see the Ferguson homeland. Good to hear from another old shipmate from Holy Loch. Finally, in June '87 the Hunley was relieved by the Simon Lake [for her 2nd Its on my bucket list to return! google_ad_type = 'text'; Latest Videos on Legion TV. Negotiations with the British Government began as early as March 1959 when President Dwight D. Eisenhower mentioned the need to British Prime Minister Harold Macmillan at a meeting at Camp David. My sister and I went to the "old grammar school" and we lived in a cottage on the corner of Clyde Street and the Alexandra Parade, on the grounds of the Dunmore Hotel. 5 month cruise. I cant ask him because its a surprise party! Further information will be posted here shortly, including hotel reservation information and how to register for the reunion. Assistant Registrar of Academic Services. The US Navy had originally planned for Proteus to arrive on March 4. My family Jesse,Thanks for your service and thanks for writing.Paul. I recall he was PA farm boy and previously worked on the floating dry dock. On board HMS Exmouth which was based round the corner at Faslane, we co ordinated the operation to keep the berth clear. a delightful country. Cut into the northwestern shore of the Firth of Clyde in Scotland's Argyll and Bute, Holy Loch gets its name from its long association with Christian churches. My sister and I used to find it very interesting and Dunoon was a lovely place too. A third ship, the First Class Battleship Sans Pareil (the third of that name) was also sold to TW Ward, for 26,600. Thanks for writing. Had a flatt in Innellen where supposedly the write for the song Auld Lang Syne lived? Apply for monthly payments for wartime Veterans and survivors with limited or no income who meet certain age and disability requirements. Can you send photos of yourself and the tug to pauldavisoncrime@aol.com Thanks for writing. From 1961-1992, it was used as a US Polaris . The . I was on the U.S.S. If you have any questions or comments - please contact me. We watched the "fish" cut through the water, just like they did in the movies. However, Sir Paul Gore-Booth, the head of the diplomatic service, rejected the proposal, fearing that it could generate enormous controversy and potentially put the Queen Mother at risk. Holy Loch was by far the best duty in my short career (4 years). The monument has become a focal point for American personnel who served at the US Submarine Base which was located there for 31 years, until 1992. Notable is the mention of the arrival of the depot ship USS Proteus, which had been converted to be the first Polaris submarine tender during 1959-61, and had required the insertion of a 44-foot section amidships, where the missiles would be serviced. I nicked named Scotland land of the liquid sunshine. I served on the drydock (63-66) during which the name was changed from USS-AFDB-7 to USS LOS ALAMOS AFDB-7. More facilities are to be provided in the area for community use including a 2 million refurbishment of the Drumfork Centre in Churchill Square, due to be completed by 2018 while the MoD's longer-term wish list includes hopes for a new railway station at Shandon for those working at Faslane. Charlie Witherow, OMC USN(Ret), Chairman H.L.A.V.A. I also enjoyed Dunoon, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Sterling, etc. Proteus' crew were reputedly hand picked to give the best possible impression of the US. accompanied me then, and on my subsequent assignment to the HOLLAND Also spent several days ported at Greenock. Edinburgh has a statue of an ancestor of mine, Sir Wm Pitt. The expansion plans led to the signing this week of a formal agreement which will see the Ministry of Defence, Argyll and Bute Council and other local organisations work together to prepare both navy personnel and the wider community for a major change to life in the area. Directly opposite Lazaretto Point, on the northeast shore of the loch, is Graham's Point, once connected by a small ferry which sailed between the two points. TheScottish winters are cold and rainy, butScotland isquite beautiful in the summer. However, the UKs most senior diplomat cancelled the proposed tour amid fears that it could lead to the Queen Mother being targeted by anti-Vietnam war protesters. Between 1961 and 1982, the Naval Support Activity ashore was administered by US Naval Activities London. Its 2,000 soldiers, with 150 american civilians and 2,000 dependents, have become a fixture in. I was a engineman and lived on shore with my wife. That is such a killer View. In the autumn of 1959 the US Jesse J. Pitt MDI served on the USS Sam Rayburn submarine during the cold war & was the last physician stationed on a nuclear sub. A submarine tender and a drydock with an assorted collection of naval equipment, all located in a Scottish sea loch provided a vital link during the first decades of the US Navy's Polaris fleet operations, allowing quick and easy access to the patrol areas in the seas around the north and north west coast of . I WAS ON THE HOLLAND AND THE HUNTLEY, 1980-82. Subscribe to this Obituary Your Email Address (Required) Tribute Wall My dentist here in Maine had served on the last sub-tender before the base shut down. Holy Loch Port are heading to Seatrade Fort Lauderdale from the 14th to the 16th March. Jim,A cruise around the UK sounds interesting. Holy Loch Lodge offers accommodation in Hunters Quay, 7.5 miles from Blairmore and Strone Golf Glub. The Holy Loch was a Royal Navy Submarine base during World War II All contents including images are copyright by AboutSubs.com She has since married from someone on the tender but I stayed friends with her parents all the way into the early 90's. Mike, Thanks. Many good memories from my Hunley time there 1986-1987 when we left. //-->, "Stop Spam Harvesters, Join Project Honey Pot", // Gordonstoun Salary Scale, Clone Trooper Name Generator, Does Alice Beer Have A Sister, Joella's Spiked Honey Sauce Recipe, Detroit Denby Football, Articles H