This was an outstanding group of Gunner's Mate's. Hard workers that knew their jobs and did them well. I've lost touch with all of them, which happens as you're transferred around. If you're looking at yourself in this group shot, send me an email.
The "Gang" firing a 40mm salute. These guns were really loud and they produced lots of smoke. That's Augie operating the breech. Henry is the Loader and I'm in the background with my mouth open.
Is this a crazy person? Nope! Just me, hamming it up with an M60.
You think you've got a gun? Now this is a G.U.N. This is a 20mm cannon with a flash hider on the muzzel. It weighs just under 100 pounds. There were six 20mm mounts on Nassau.
USS Nassau Gallery
