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’66 Lucky Bag Available
Posted: 10/17/2022
Lucky Bag from Class of 1966

Don Berkebile has an extra copy of the 1966 Lucky Bag in great condition. If interested, contact Don at don.berkebile@cadencetravel.com.


Wreaths Across America
Posted: 10/3/2022

Dear Class and Chapter Officers and friends of USNA, 

I am reminded every time I walk through USNA of the sacrifices that so many have made for our freedoms, for the pain each family member endures as they see their loved one’s name etched on stone and feel the loss of a child, father, mother, grandparent, classmate, loved one.

I don’t want to forget those that have gone before. By saying their names, by placing a wreath, and by hearing their stories, we continue to honor these great Americans. Please help us to honor these hero’s by sponsoring a wreath or two this year. Wreaths across America has made this possible for the last 10 yrs. By providing us the donated wreaths, transportation of those wreaths and the administrative technology to accomplish this. Because of your generous donations we have for 8 years filled the cemetery and columbarium, please help us to do this again this year.

By going to: wreathsacrossamerica.org/md0011 (this site allows us to automatically buy two and get a third for free)

-Click on Red “sponsor wreaths”, then follow prompts.

If you would like to mail a check, use the address as follows:

Wreaths Across America
PO Box 249
Columbia Falls, ME 04623

Write check to Wreaths Across America and PLEASE use MD0011 on memo section of check

Or scan the QR code with your smartphone

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We are asking for 2800 wreaths this year, to honor those we miss.

Once again, the class of 1981 will be our sponsor in this effort. If you have any questions on its validity, please contact the Class of ’81 president, Kevin Haney, at kjhaney2@me.com.

The ceremony will take place on Friday, December 9, 2022 time to be determined. Check back with me, or the website listed above for any updates. All are welcome to participate in the wreath laying and this moving ceremony to honor and remember.


11-13 APRIL COMEAROUND
Shrimping boat in front of Fort Clinch, Amelia Island

Plan to join us next Spring (11-13 April) for the 2023 Comearound in gorgeous Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island. Click HERE for more details.


Decommissioning USS HUÉ CITY (CG 66)
USS Hué City (CG-66) at her last sunset before decommissioning

After 31 years of dedicated and honorable service, USS HUÉ CITY (CG 66) was decommissioned at a pier side ceremony on Friday, 23 September 2022, in Norfolk, VA. Click HERE for more details.


Ship’s Store Now Available
Posted: 9/17/2022

Interested in obtaining one of the special USNA Class of 1966 lumbar pillows? Need a copy of the Class Directory that was updated in early September 2022? Want a USNA ’66 Honor Coin?

These items are now available to order while supplies last. Note that shipping is FREE. Click HERE for photos of the items, pricing, and order details.


Class President Commends Reunion Volunteers
Posted: 9/9/2022

Bravo Zulu to all the many Classmates, wives, widows, and friends who helped make the 55th + 1 Reunion a great success. Class President, Scott Redd, published a special letter of appreciation. Click HERE to read.

Charlie Jones and Jim Acker check in Maureen Callahan. (Hey Maureen – what are you doing in the H-M line?!)

Incoming Class President’s Remarks
Posted: 9/8/2022

Scott Redd delivered inspiring remarks to attendees of the Class of 1966’s 55th + 1 Reunion on Friday, 2 Sept 2022. Click HERE to download and read his speech.

NOTE: photos from the reunion will be posted in the days ahead. Check back for new postings.


HUÉ CITY Decommissioning Ceremony
Posted: 7/19/2022

The USS HUÉ CITY (CG 66) has had 31 years of rich history and service to our Nation. It is to be decommissioned by 30 Sep 2022. Plans are being made to give HUÉ CITY an appropriate and dignified send-off into retirement.

If you were given the opportunity to attend the decommissioning ceremony, and are interested in doing so, please immediately email the following information to huecitydecommissioning@gmail.com:

  • your contact information (full name, address, phone number, and email);
  • the job you held on HUÉ CITY (if applicable);
  • your highest rank held in military service (if applicable); and
  • full name(s) of any guest(s) who will accompany you.

Scope of attendance is still being determined at this time, however, the planning team will try to accommodate all requests. Priority will be given to former crew members, veterans of the Battle of Hue, and United States Naval Academy graduates of the Class of 1966. The event also will be livestreamed for those who are unable to attend in person.


Summer Message from Class President
Posted: 6/22/2022

USNA 66 Class President, Gen Carl Fulford, provides personal and Academy insights and updates. Click HERE to download a copy of his 19 June letter.


USS HUE CITY Decommissioning Update
Posted: 6/20/2022

The USNA Class of 1966 received the message below from the CO of USS HUE CITY. It pertains to HUE CITY’s upcoming Decommissioning Ceremony at NavSta Norfolk. Although a specific date has not been set, the message below contains the info on how 66ers can get on the decommissioning e-mail list and receive an invitation to the ceremony. HUE CITY must be decommissioned by September 30th, 2022. Our best guess is that it will be in the latter half of the month of September.  Members of The Class of 1966 are on their “priority” list.

“If you were given the opportunity to attend the decommissioning ceremony, and are interested in doing so, please e-mail your contact information (full name, address, phone number, and e-mail), the job you held on HUE CITY (if applicable), your highest rank held in military service (if applicable), and the full name of any guests that will accompany you to huecitydecommissioning@gmail.com.

Scope of attendance is still being determined at this time; however, we will do our best to accommodate all requests. Priority will be given to former crew members, veterans of the Battle of Hue, and United States Naval Academy graduates of the Class of 66. We will also livestream the event on our Facebook page for those who are unable to attend in person.”

– USS HUE CITY Commanding Officer


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