Stationed at NCS from april 1974 to april 1975. I was the first woman at the receiver site. I loved Guam. Went back in 1978-79, at NAS in the aswoc/tsc.
Who ever you are....thanks a million for those pics of Barrigada NCS. I was an RM3 living in that barracks next to the Chow Hall from mid 1958 till Nov 59. I know that barracks and chow hall were relatively new when I came there. But that picture is exactly how it looked when I arrived. The motor pool pic was also just like it was when I was there, as well as the EM Club, where I must admit I drank a few beers. If anyone reads this posting and was there in or around the time I was I would love to get an email from you.
Cles, Thanks for the note. Yes my middle name is Stone. You have a great memory... I think I remember you as well. It has been so long since I thought of this duty but it is great to see the photos and connect. Do you have any old photos? You can reach me at ericsg_98@excite.com. Eric
Eric, I was there from '68-70. ETN-2-went to ASW School staff in San Diego when I departed. Base CMDR was LCMDR Whaley as I remember. The EMO was a WO? and his name was George Rule. I think I remember you-didn't you have stereo speakers that were suspended from the barracks ceiling? Is your middle name Stone"?
What a trip down memory lane. I was stationed at NRS(T) in '68 and do remember a bit about what things were like. Iwas there for over a 1 1/2 years. I left an ET2 and went to a DDG out of Yokasuka. I would really enjoy connecting with someone that was there at the same time. We were called "The Voice of WestPac" I remember the base comander was a CWO4(I think). Anyone with input would be welcome.
Great photos - I am starting to create a web site on 1950's-60's Navy communication equipment and your photos are really helpful. Could I borrow some to put up on my web site? It is just a hobby project, not commercial. http://www.virhistory.com/ham/navy-tty.htm thanks, Nick KD4CPL
Loved all the photos. Guam is good. Was stationed at Barrigada '64 to '66. Can't remember everything, but do recall having a lot of fun - some I expect todays Navy would certainly frown on .
Guest Gary Boothe wrote:
Wednesday, April 18, 2007 - 10:05 AM
Thanks for sharing your great historic Guam photos!
Your photos brought back old memories. I was PO in charge of transmitter building 2 at Radio Barrigada 1949/1950. Then ET2, made first class before leaving Guam for sea duty.
I love your photos of the NCS base. I lived there as a Navy brat from 1970-74. I lived at the top of the hill in the (then) "new houses". I remember we would ride our bikes to the pool almost everyday. I also remember during summer vacation we would go to the movies almost every night -- free with dependents' ID card!! Guam was a great place to be a kid. Oh yeah -- I went to Maria Ujolla, Harmon Loop, and Finnegayan elementary schools.
Wonderful site. I was stationed at the communications station from 1970-1975 and have very fond memories of this wonderful island and its people. We hope to return for a visit some day.