Rate/Rank none Years aboard (19xx-19xx) none Division/Shop none Comments: My father was aboard a ship called the USS Canopus in WWII in the Phillipines and was taken prisoner when Corregidor fell. That ship was scuttled. I have a copy of the orders to do so; and an account of the event from 1942. Is this the same ship? Steve Weekley P.S. Somebody PLEASE respond!!
Rate/Rank EM3 Years aboard (19xx-19xx) 1968 - 1970 Division/Shop Electric Shop Comments: Little did I know when I boarded the ship in 1968 in Rota Spain. But I was about to embark on the wildest and craziest journey of my life. From Rota, Spain back to home port in Charleston, South Carolina. Then, on to liberty ports in the Caribbean, including Accapolco Bay, thru the Panama Canal and up to the Bremerton Washington Ship Yards. Where I was sent to school in San Diego for about 6 months. After leaving Bremerton, the Captain took us down to the Equator and made us all Shellbacks before heading back thru the Canal. From there I think we stopped at Gitmo for a little shake down, back to home port, then up to R.I., and eventually ended up in Scotland. Where, in 1970 I was transfered to the Ampibious Fleet, but thats another story. Along with that journey I met a bunch of really great guys that I will never forget.
Rate/Rank BT3 Years aboard (19xx-19xx) 1970 - 1974 Division/Shop B Div. Fireroom Oilking Comments: Had a great time on Scotland
Rate/Rank Ht 2 Years aboard (19xx-19xx) 1976-1979 Division/Shop R-1 Canvas shop Comments: Had Great times with a lot of you guys in Rota and Chipiona, Jerez etc. Its been a long time! I got out of the Navy in 79 went to college and I'm a Math and science teacher in Modesto. I wonder how other mates on board the Canopus remember there times back when? Let me know how its going guys! Terry aka Tbone
Rate/Rank HT3 currently SSGT Air Force Reserve Years aboard (19xx-19xx) 1992 -1994 Division/Shop R-1 Pipe Shop Comments: Hi eveyone looking for personnel who decommed. Especially from R-1. I worked with a bunch of good people in that division. Just last summer, I stayed a weekend in Kings Bay. If anyone remembers me send me a message Thanks Jesse
Rate/Rank HT2 Years aboard (19xx-19xx) 1981-1985 Division/Shop R-1 Shipfitter Shop Comments: funnest 4 years ever. Goosecreek, party everynight at the e-club, weekends at Lake Moultry. 6-day duty cycle in drydock, Charleston. Gitmo, had to wear O.B.A with worst sunburn ever, but partied with crew on concrete beach, hard!!! Then to St. Marys Ga. where we parted ways. Heres to the HTs of R-1 & R-6,and the rest of the crew...we could build or fix anything !!!
Rate/Rank Civilian Contractor Years aboard (19xx-19xx) 1990 Comments: Greetings to the Officers and Crew of the USS Canopus: I had the honor of teaching aboard the USS Canopus while she was in dry dock in Maryland. I taught a one week "NADSAP - Personal Responsibility" course as a civilian contractor (University of Arizona) to the U.S. Navy. It was one of the most enlightening experiences I had during my years of working for the US Navy - along the Eastern Seaboard. I befriended several crew members - we actually "got away to dinner" a few times and they were delighted. I slept in "Officers Country" and took my meals in the Officers Dining Room. (I did feel I missed something by never having a cup of coffee in the Chief's Mess!) That experience really helped me - even more greatly - appreciate your sacrifices. So many of us civilians have NO idea. Several years ago I did some research and was saddened to hear she'd been decommissioned. I wonder if anyone who took my course will be attending the Valley Forge reunion? Fair winds and following seas to each of you. Sandy Day Toms River, NJ
Rate/Rank SSgt Years aboard (19xx-19xx) 1973-75 Division/Shop MARDET Comments: I had a great time on CANOPUS. Loved Scotland and the people. had some wild times at PJ's and the EM Club. Would love to hear from any members of the MarDet that I served with.
Rate/Rank EM1 Years aboard (19xx-19xx) 1965-71 Division/Shop R-3, RQA Comments: Does anyone out there know in information on Capt Davis? Our CO in Bremerton and Holy Loch? He was a great CO. Sure would like to know he is ok...
Comments: Is anyone on this message board on or kin to the USS Canopus AS9? My Great Uncle was on the ship when it was scuttled and I was wondering if anyone knew him or remembers him. His name was Seaman 1 Woods Richardson Barlow. I am at barrytheterrible@hotmail.com Thank you, Barry
Rate/Rank SK2/E-5 Years aboard (19xx-19xx) 1974-1978 Division/Shop S-1 Comments: I am trying to get in contact with SK1 Kappmeyer. If anyone has any whereabouts, please let me know. Thank You
Rate/Rank RM3 Years aboard (19xx-19xx) 1965-1967 Division/Shop Operations Comments: I reported to Canopus as an RMSN and had to carry the message board often to Captain Barrett. Many times he would say take a seat and talk about his many experiences after he first asked you all about your family and future plans. My son just received his commission in the US Navy and I have had many talks about leadership using the Admiral as an example. He is a great man. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Rate/Rank ETCM Years aboard (19xx-19xx) 1965 - 1971 Division/Shop Operations (OE) Comments: I reported to the USS Canopus in 1965 while she was under construction at Pascagoula, MS and left her in Holy Loch in 1971 after many great experiences and relocations to sites in Charleston, Rota, Bremerton, and Holy Loch. When I recall the memories of my time onboard Canopus, I always remember that it was a privilege and an honor to have served with then Captain Barrett. I encountered no finer commanding officer in my 20 years of naval service!
Rate/Rank SFPFN Years aboard (19xx-19xx) 1969-1972 Division/Shop DC DIVISION PIPE Comments: FROM BREMERTON WASHINGTON TO HOLY LOCH WHERE THE PARTY STARTED.
Rate/Rank TM2/TM1 Retired as CWO-3 Years aboard (19xx-19xx) Sept. 68 - Dec. 70 Division/Shop W-1 Comments: Worked on MK 37's until I made TM1 then worked in Weapons Quality Assurance. Played a lot of softball & basketball and drank a little beer with Jim Dennan, Charles "Bud" Holmes, Bill Jones, Doug Newell & Phillip Smith. Got to see my grandmother and the rest of my mom's family when we were In Holy Loch. I was a 'war baby' born in Cheltenham, England in 1944. Had some real good times on the Good Ship 'Canopee' as the girls in Rota called her. Got discharged in 1970, joined the Navy Reserve and retired in 1987. If you are ever in Oklahoma look me up in the Oklahoma City phone book, I live south of OKC in Norman. Hope to make it to the next reunion.
Rate/Rank HT3, HT2 Years aboard (19xx-19xx) 1970-1972 Division/Shop DC, Shipfitter Shop Comments: Had the time of my life aboard canopus and in Holyloch. Served with a great bunch of guys. Still keep in contact with Leon Teague, and Ron Foster. Transfered to USS. John F. Kennedy CV-67, sewed on HT2, spent 2 years aboard, and became a civillian again in 1974. Still reside in Rochester, NY, married 34 years, 3 children, and 1 grandson. Hopefully, someday will attend a reunion. Memories last a lifetime, and shipmates last forever!!
Rate/Rank SA Years aboard (19xx-19xx) 1973-1974 Division/Shop R-2 Shop38 Comments: if anyone remembers me, send me an e-mail
Rate/Rank FA to MM2 Years aboard (19xx-19xx) 1982-1986 & 1990-1991 Division/Shop R-9 (38A) & R-10 Comments: Wow what a time and so long ago. From Goose Creek to KingsBay and all points in between. So many memories both good and bad. The trip through GITMO and then tied to the Simon Lake and was KingsBay a dead place at that (86) time but boy did it grow. I left the Canopus in 86 and crossed over to the Oakridge and then back to the Canopus. I was in KingsBay from 1986 to 1991 then to recruiting duty in IL and out of the Navy on the early out in 1993 moved back to KingsBay and worked on the base for several years. I have been in central NC for about 10 years and life is good. Just reading this site has brought back a ton of memories. Playing basketball, volleyball and softball both for the Canopus and the Oakridge. Hello to all and I hope life is treating you well. Feel free to drop me a line.
Scott
Rate/Rank BM2 Years aboard (19xx-19xx) 1990-1994 Division/Shop Deck Department Comments: What a blast I had on aboard. It was one of the best ships I was ever on during my 20 years. I can say getting underway was fun as well. All those Liberty Ports, what fun we had. The good times sure did out weight the bad, which weren't to many. Except GQ at midnight while pier-side, now that was funny seeing everyone get dressed out in shorts, and still half drunk for liberty... :) Send a message if you like.
Rate/Rank SN SKCS, Ret. Years aboard (19xx-19xx) 1970-1972 Division/Shop Supply (Shipping and Receiving) Comments: Great times. I made the navy a home when I should have been put out. I am retired now and work as a GS-11 Pre-Production Manager building Mobile Hospitals for the Navy. Shearn and Zola I see that we are still kicking it. Evander L. Wright, Sr., SKCS, USN, Ret., GS-11 |
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