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Samuel Wingrove was a plank owner and Water Tender aboard the USS Laffey (DD-724) during World War II. Wingrove survived both attacks on the ship during D-Day and the Battle of Okinawa. He would later...
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“Somewhere in my ‘junk’ I still have some pen-ink cartoons and sketches that I made during 1943-1944 during my ‘spare’ time.” –Stephen Fitch A plank owner aboard the USS Yorktown (CV-10) and original...
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“A mortar round hit within 10 feet of me and a piece of shrapnel went through my flak jacket and into my right chest. I thought I had a sucking chest wound but never spit blood, so I put a battle...
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"...We were both knocked off our feet by a terrific explosion. The sound and concussion dazed us. At once all lights went out in that section of the ship. It seemed as though the ship had rammed into...
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“…as long as you remain somewhere in the Pacific, we will always know where to look for some punch in a pinch and we shall always remember ‘Laffey Laughs Last’…” - Captain Frederick Moosbrugger of...
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"Dive bombing is the most thrilling thing in the Navy, also some people say the most dangerous. But why should I worry if I get paid extra for doing it?" --Charles Bonness in a letter to his sister...
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"Ens. William C. Grigsby, Jr...knocked down two Japanese planes and took part in the first and second carrier strikes at Tokyo as a Hellcat pilot with Air Group 12 in the Pacific." -Fleet Home Town...
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After sweet-talking a transfer to the USS Yorktown in May 1944, Seaman 1/c Warren Vernon "Bill" Tucker was assigned to assist in the photo lab. Although he had no prior photography experience, Tucker...
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Join Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum in celebrating the 250th Birthday of the United States Navy. What better way to celebrate this milestone in Charleston, SC, than with artifacts and photos...
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The USS Yorktown Foundation is proud to announce the 3rd Annual Holes Fore Heroes Golf Tournament on October 5, 2026, at Charleston National Golf Club. This premier event brings together veterans...
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THIS IS AN EXCLUSIVE MEMBER EVENT. It’s time to feel the need for speed! Bring your family and friends for a complimentary screening of Top Gun: Maverick aboard The Fighting Lady as we continue...
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The USS Yorktown Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to raising funds to support Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum.
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Retiring of the US flag over the Charleston Harbor On Saturday, June 14, 2026, the Knights of Columbus will hold their annual Flag Day ceremony aboard the USS Yorktown at Patriots Point Naval &...
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In 1971, Memorial Day was declared a national holiday to take place annually on the last Monday in May to honor the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. This Memorial Day, we...
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Event Sold Out Join us for an unforgettable evening aboard the historic aircraft carrier USS Yorktown as we light up the night sky with our annual 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular! Enjoy live music...
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The 2026 Charleston Airshow brought scores of people to the waterfront, all waiting for that familiar sound to roll in overhead. When the Blue Angels finally cut across the sky for practice, it felt...