Mason destroyer my father, jerry mihulka designed that foulweather patch in a contest on this. I served on uss leonard f mason in 1951, we still had torpedoes on this ship at this time. The original plan was for gemini 8 to land in the atlantic, but that was supposed to be three days later. Promoted to private first class in march 1943, mason was sent to the pacific war zone in october. Waltham, ma patch breaking local news events schools. Many ships patches were designed onboard and then produced by a local embroidery shop, often overseas.
Shirts, mugs, caps and other items with ships patch andor name are available. Mason dd 852 off mare island on september 20, 1950. Log in or sign up for facebook to connect with friends, family and people you know. Current therapy of trauma and surgical critical care. After enlisting in 1942, he trained at parris island, south carolina. He enlisted in the marine corps in april 1943 and was promoted to private first class in march 1944 during the landing on guam, on july 22, 1944, two enemy machine guns opened fire on mason. Being 8 years younger than him we didnt have a lot in common. It was decided to let the spacecraft reenter one orbit later so that it could land in a place that could be reached by the secondary recovery forces. Mason usmc 19201944, who was posthumously awarded the medal of honor for his heroism during the battle of guam. Here you can find our products for the following ships. Otc and sopa was the commanding officer, uss leonard f. Proudly display your ship and rate with our top quality uss leonard f. Chandler dd717, uss hamner dd718, uss epperson dd719, uss frank knox dd742, uss southerland dd743, uss william c. Uss leonard mason dd852 19571958 westpac cruise book.
During the landing on guam 22 july 1944, two enemy machineguns opened fire on mason s platoon. Chandler dd717, uss hamner dd718, uss epperson dd719, uss. Mason started to steam towards the new landing site 800 kilometers 430 nmi. Dd852 uss leonard f mason patch destroyer patches navy. I just about overlooked vice admiral timothy keating. Mason mens classic tshirts designed by jjenterprises. Pfc mason was awarded the congressional medal of honor posthumously for his bravery during this action. He later moved to lima, ohio, where he worked for the superior body works. From 15 april to 17 april 1973, mason was inport, yokosuka, making preparations for transit to conus.
Mason was named in honor of a marine private first class who gallantly gave his life while in action on the island of guam during world war ii. Systemic inflammatory response syndrome and multiple organ dysfunction syndrome. Tin can sailors the national association of destroyer veterans a tin can sailors destroyer history uss leonard f. Includes 1 one embroidered 4 x 1 embroidered patch for fort leonard wood, missouri great for sewing or gluing onto hats,vets,jackets,saddle bags etc. The second best result is leonard j mason age 60s in garden grove, ca in the garden grove neighborhood. Patches the national association of destroyer veterans. Authentic 5 panel custom us navy destroyer dd 852 uss leonard f mason embroidered hat. Tin can sailors the national association of destroyer.
Combat action ribbon armed forces expeditionary medal. Mason dd852 launched on 4 january 1946 at quincy, massachusetts, the leonard f. Both mason and brooke were moored to berth 6, yokosuka, early morning 15 april. Lots of different size and color combinations to choose from. Select this result to view leonard j masons phone number, address, and more. Uss leonard mason dd852 1959 westpac cruise book for sale online. Geminititan 5 gt5 august 2129, 1965 uss lake champlain prs uss avenge uss chipola uss dupont uss exultan uss george mackenzie uss goldsborough uss james c. Leonard mason historical records and family trees myheritage. The table below contains the names of sailors who served aboard the uss leonard f. Mason dd852 rates tshirts, sweatshirts, and hoodies. This website is dedicated to the crew and family of the uss leonard f mason dd 852.
Fort leonard wood, missouri embroidered patch 4 scroll tab. Today the items displayed on these pages are like items in a museum. Case company, passed away wednesday, april 8, 2020. Mason cadre for each went on to become captain before retiring. Oct 29, 2019 this site contains official photos, my own personal photos, photos from fellow crew members, and the most extensive history of the uss leonard f. Mason dd852 this website is safe for the entire family this website was created for my shipmates,their children, their childrens children and anyone else that might enjoy it. The mason departed yokosuka, japan on 17 april, enroute to conus. Leonard was born on september 4 1793, in ira, rutland, vermont, usa. Mar 15, 2009 underway replenishment of us navy ships in the tonkin gulf during the vietnam war during the final combat operations before cease fire late december 1972 or one of the first few days of january. Uss leonard f mason dd 852 1956 1957 westpac cruise book great naval images llc on. Betsey was born on september 5 1798, in ira, rutland, vermont, usa.
A visitation was held on monday, april, at shinkle mortuary, haysville. Mason uss nimble uss orleck uss ponchatoula uss rich uss robert a. It is the only website that is authorized by the family of pfc leonard f. Mason dd852, antiaircraft cruisers, and memorials website. Mason dd852 was a gearingclass destroyer in the united states navy, she was named for private first class leonard f. Leonard is related to clayton w leonard and michael j s leonard sr. Uss leonard f mason dd 852 1956 1957 westpac cruise book.
Neil armstrong and their capsule aboard within 3 hours and was headed for okinawa, where her distinguished passengers and cargo were off loaded the next day. Thank you for looking the photos show the actual item being sold. They are all very proud of their service in the uss. Gemini 8 national aeronautics and space administration wiki. Korean service 19501954 total authorized for action 2 silver stars.
Underway replenishment of us navy ships in the tonkin gulf during the vietnam war during the final combat operations before cease fire late december 1972 or. In 20, the city of middlesboro, kentucky renamed a portion of cumberland avenue, the main street downtown, in his honor. Fort leonard wood, missouri embroidered patch 4 scroll. Man arrested in enfield twice within 6 hours enfield, ct he allegedly returned to a home where a resident has a restraining order against him. This site contains official photos, my own personal photos, photos from fellow crew members, and the most extensive history of the uss leonard f. This item is the perfect way to show case your loved ones military service and honor. Mason was in overhaul at the yard from 31 july to 6 oct 1950. Uss epperson dd719, uss frank knox dd742, uss southerland dd743. They must have received very good training from the leonard f.
Uss leonard f mason dd852 cruise book westpac cruise 1957 1958 includes identified division photos 812 x 11 hardcover in good condition. Registration and communicating with shipmates at is free forever. This page serves as the allen county veterans memorial foundations facebook memorial to leonard f. Join facebook to connect with leonard mason and others you may know. Please keep in mind that this list does only include records of people who submitted their information for publication on this website. Mason dd 852 was a gearingclass destroyer in the united states navy, she was named for private first class leonard f. Also ideal fora shadow box to show off your pride in your service to the united states and the free world and our nato allies. Leonard foster mason was born on february 22, 1920, in middlesboro, kentucky, the child of hillery mason, sr. Dd 852 uss leonard f mason patch destroyer patches. Leonard f mason was born on month day 1836, at birth place, vermont, to leonard mason and betsey mason born fish. Halloween witch broomstick full moon party costume hoop earrings jewelry charms.
Most of the following officers started their naval careers with service in the uss leonard f. Tiesi g, mason l, chandler b, watkins a, palange d, deitch ea. Not all items will be restocked but your request does help us prioritize this item. Mason, who lost his life on that island in world war ii.
The uss leonard f mason was named for leonard foster mason, born middleboro, ky. Select this result to view leonard j mason s phone number, address, and more. This patch is a prized piece for any pecially for the veteran or love one, who has served or is still serving with pride. Mason was born 22 february 1920, in middlesboro, kentucky, and attended public schools there. Mason then returned to gunfire support chores off vietnam until june. Free shipping wholesale dd patch destroyer pin dd patch. Holiday inn express on winter street is offering free rooms for anyone working at or alongside the waltham police, fire, hospitals and emts.
Korean service total ships awards authorized for action. For an additional small charge, our hats can be personalized with two lines of custom text if desired, such as with a veterans name and rate and rank, and years of service. Navy combatant ship, destroyer dd insignia, logo and patch. Find leonard masons phone number, address, and email on spokeo, the leading people search directory for contact information and public records. United states navy dd 852 uss leonard f mason gearingclass destroyer military patch destroyer patches grim reaper b version. Uss hobby dd610 destroyer ship patch for sale online. Navy apparel items will make you the envy of your veteran buddies, or will make a fine gift. The ship went to yokosuka, japan, subic bay, philippines, new zealand, fiji, and guam. Early in 1947 she began alternating deployments on china station with operations out of san diego. Tin can sailors the national association of destroyer veterans. While in guam, the ships company held a special ceremony in honor of her namesake, private first class leonard f. Enter your email address to be notified if this item becomes available again.
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