Decom Stories

Provided by James Voorhies

The links below have stories and video.

Ray Godfrey and I were representing the Plankowners and the Association.

Some of the articles discuss my work with Stoller and how that relates to the ship.

Please enjoy. (Note: All links may not work correctly at all times.)

http://taskandpurpose.com/navy-set-scrap-uss-enterprise-first-nuclear-aircraft-carrier/

http://www.dailypress.com/news/military/dp-uss-enterprise-history-set-decommissioned-friday-20170201-story.html

http://www.military.com/daily-news/2017/02/03/uss-enterprise-swan-song-i-know-it-her-time-she-tired.html

http://www.dailypress.com/news/military/92481356-132.html

https://www.stripes.com/news/us/uss-enterprise-s-swan-song-i-know-it-s-her-time-she-s-tired-1.452270

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USS ENTERPRISE (CVAN/CVN-65) ASSOCIATION

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To perpetuate the memory of the USS ENTERPRISE (CVAN/CVN-65) and those shipmates who served aboard her, and to promote and maintain the spirit of camaraderie that existed among those who served aboard USS ENTERPRISE. This purpose includes:

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