Volume 10, Number 10 • October 2014 Submarine Force Commemorates 4,000th Strategic Deterrent Patrol - Submarine Force Atlantic Public Affairs Commander, Submarine Force Atlantic and Commander, Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, in conjunction with Commander, U.S. Strategic Command, commemorated the Submarine Force’s 4,000th strategic deterrent patrol, Sept. 19, by conducting dual ceremonies in Bangor, Washington and Kings Bay, Georgia. The first fleet ballistic-missile submarine USS George Washington (SSBN 598) was commissioned Dec. 30, 1959, and completed the inaugural deterrent patrol in January 1961. Since then, 59 SSBNs have been commissioned in the last 50-plus years. Having patrolled the waters worldwide, the ship has established itself as the most survivable, critical, and efficient element of our U.S. national security and the security of U.S. allies and partners. October Meeting Installation Luncheon will be held at the American Legion Post 5646 Corporate Avenue Cypress, CA The 18 October meeting is Dual Ceremonies, Bangor and Kings Bay 9/19 dedicated to the installation of new base officers. “The ballistic missile Submarine Force and the capability it offers is as important and • Base Commander – Dave relevant in today’s uncertain world as it was when the first deterrent patrols were Vanderveen conducted more than five decades ago,” said Adm. Cecil D. Haney, Commander, U.S. • Vice Commander – Jack Mahan Strategic Command. “Commemorating the 4,000th patrol allows us to honor not only the • Secretary – Dennis Walsh submariners who have achieved this milestone, but also to pay homage to the men and • Treasurer – Berry Yolken women of our strategic forces who are on watch every day providing our nation with a • Chief of the Boat – Dennis Bott safe, secure and effective nuclear deterrent against those who might think to do us harm.” • Base Directors Along with strategic bombers and the intercontinental ballistic missiles, the SSBNs make Sam Higa up the third element of the United States’ triad of nuclear deterrence. SSBNs are critical, Mike Swanson stabilizing and efficient elements of U.S. nuclear deterrence and reassurance, and with George Walrath their sea-based missile launch capability makes them the most survivable asset. They carry the majority of deployed U.S. nuclear warheads allowing them to stabilize deterrent Continued on Page 9 THE PERISCOPE • October 2014 1 From the Wardroom . Chuck Senior, Base Commander BASE COMMANDER Chuck Senior 1278 Sepulveda Street San Pedro, CA 90732 310-614-8419 [email protected] X.O. — VICE COMMANDER Rob Fleming 14081 Magnolia St., Spc 25 Westminster, CA 92683 Shipmates and Ladies, 714-334-0552 [email protected] According to MWR the Building 6 renovation work has been completed, but the front entryway must be redone and made ADA compliant before they can release the building OPS — SECRETARY back to us. There is no completion date as yet but we anticipate returning “home” for Phil Jaskoviak 7172 Ridge Glen Drive #105 our November meeting. Huntington Beach, CA 92848 The base election concluded with 30 members voting unanimously to approve the 714-932-1140 [email protected] presented slate of candidates. Our new leaders are: Dave Vanderveen, Commander; Jack Mahan, Vice Commander; Dennis Walsh, Secretary; Berry Yolken, Treasurer; and WEPS — TREASURER Directors Sam Higa, Mike Swanson, and George Walrath. Sam will fill the one-year Dave Vanderveen vacancy created by Dennis being elected Secretary. Congratulations to all! 6061 Broadstone Circle Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Thank you for the support you have given me in my various board positions over the 714-374-2349 past seven years, and especially the last two years as Base Commander. It has been a very [email protected] rewarding and fun experience—one that I recommend to anyone. I’ve been overpaid CHIEF OF THE BOAT and underworked and I’ve enjoyed every minute of it! Dennis Bott 202 Berth Slip 7 Thank you for the privilege. Wilmington CA 90744 562-355-0230 Fraternally, MEMORIAL DIRECTOR Edward A. Barwick 5408 Lanai Street Long Beach, CA 90808 Chuck Senior 562-425-6877 [email protected] Commander Los Angeles-Pasadena Base IMMEDIATE PAST COMMANDER United States Submarine Veterans, Inc. Richard McPherson “The Periscope” is a monthly publication of the Los Angeles-Pasadena Base of United States Submarine Veterans, Inc. NEWSLETTER EDITOR Rob Fleming 14081 Magnolia St., Spc 25 Westminster, CA 92683 714-334-0552 [email protected] THE PERISCOPE • October 2014 2 USSVI LA/Pasadena Base September 20, 2014 Sailing List General Meeting Minutes Bagdasarian, Armen Walsh, Dennis September 20, 2014 Barwick, Ed Wilson, Art Bell, Bob Yolken, Berry This month’s meeting was held at the American Legion Hall, Post Bott, Dennis 716, in Los Alamitos as Building 6 is in the final stages of renovation. Burnett, James Visitors Base Commander Chuck Senior called the USSVI LA/Pasadena Base General meeting to order at 1315. Conboy, Bob Dorn, Ken Guest Speaker: Twenty-four members and six guests attended our August 16, 2014 Ferrari, Dan Douglas, Bob, LCDR, CO meeting. USS Segundo (SS-398) Members and guests saluted the flag and recited the Pledge of Fleming, Bach Allegiance led by Chief of the Boat Dennis Bott. Fleming, Rob Howard, Al, ICS(SS), USS Dennis also delivered the invocation prayer followed by a moment Hedges, Diana Segundo (SS-398) of silence for all our departed shipmates and lost crewmen on Higa, Sam eternal patrol. Mahan, Jack Howard, Richard, MM1, USS Members were called to chow which on a first come first serve basis Maynard, Mark Long Beach (CGN-9) which sent everyone running. Moak, Bill This month’s 50/50 drawing winners where Sam Higa, who donated Senior, Chuck McVay, Tom, QM2(SS), USS his winnings ½ to the Memorial Fund and ½ to the Booster Club, Senior, Marilyn Pickeral (SS-525), Cuttlefish and Jack Mahan, who donated his winnings to the Memorial fund. Base, Redding Thank you both for supporting our Base. Silverman, Hal Staggs, Harold Paul Riggs introduced his shipmates from the Segundo: Retired Nield, Denny, FTSC(SS), Lt. Cdr. Bob Douglas, former CO of the Segundo and our guest Swanson, Mike USS Tunny (SSG-282), Mid- speaker, Al Howard IC2(SS) and Richard Howard MM1 USS Long Terry, Carl Atlantic Base, Delaware Beach DGN-9. Bill Moak introduce a couple of classmates from his high school reunion: Tom McVay QM2(SS) USS Pickerel SS- Vanderveen, David 525 Cuttlefish Base, Redding, CA and Steve Stranger EN2(SS) Walrath, George Stranger, Steve, EN2(SS), USS Blackfin SS-322, Perch Base, Phoenix, AZ. We also had USS Blackfin (SS-322), Perch Walrath, Valerie Base, Phoenix one lonesome traveler who had to find a local base of Sub Vets to hang out with and recharge his batteries, Donny Nield FTSC(SS) USS Tunny SSG-282 Mid-Atlantic Base, Delaware. Berry Yolken introduced a prospective new member, retired Captain Dan Ferrari. Welcome to all our new shipmates. Hal Silverman reminded everyone that the October meeting is the day for our annual installation luncheon. The luncheon will be in the newly renovated building 6 at NWS. Sign up with Dennis Walsh, Dave Vanderveen or look for the registration that is within this issue of the Periscope. Hal also reminded everyone that t-shirts were still only $15 and would be available at the installation luncheon. Our LA-Pasadena Base Nominating Committee Chairman Hal Silverman announced the results of our recent election. Hal reported that 30 ballots were submitted and announced the results as follows: LCDR Bob Douglas, USN (Retired), sits second from right in • Base Commander – Dave Vanderveen a blue shirt. Others are guests of Bill Moak and others who at- • Vice Commander – Jack Mahan tended for the express purpose of hearing Bob’s remarks about • Secretary – Dennis Walsh his submarine servce and more. (See Dennis Walsh’s general • Treasurer – Berry Yolken meeting minutes for more details.) • Chief of the Boat - Dennis Bott • Base Directors Continued on Page 6 THE PERISCOPE • October 2014 3 SeptemberOctober Meeting Meeting Treasurer’s Report As of OctoberSeptember 11, 12, 2014 2014 our our account account balances balances are: are: MonthlyPLEASE meetings NOTE are held LOCATION on the third CHANGE:Saturday of the monthMeeting in Building is at the 6 on American the Seal Beach Legion Weapons Post, Station, Checking:hecking: $ $14,712.17 14,773.67 8005646 Seal CorporateBeach Blvd., Avenue, Seal Beach, Cypress, CA. (Note: CA. The Savings: Savings: $ 4,699.55 4,699.76 (See attached map) September meeting will be held at the American Legion Total: Total: $ 18,411.72$19,473.43 Post 716, 3252 Florista Street, Los Alamitos because Bldg.Date: 6 is Saturday, still being October renovated.) 18, 2014 RevenueReceipts for the month werewas $663.10, $914 and and expenditures expens was were $791.60. Date:Location: Saturday, AL SeptemberPost, 5646 Corporate20, 2014 Avenue, Cypress, CA Accounts$236.70. have been reconciled with the bank statements, and Location: American Legion Post 716 allAccounts supplier have accounts been reconciledare paid up-to-date. with the bank statements, and 3252Time: Florista 1100 Street – E-Board Mtg. and Social Hour all supplier accounts are paid up-to-date. Los Alamitos 1200 – Buffet Lunch 1300 - General Meeting Respectfully submitted, Respectfully submitted, NEW TIMES (for (Installation this meeting of Newonly): Officers) Dave Vanderveen, 1200 – Happy Hour TreasurerDave Vanderveen, 1300 – Pot luck Lunch LA-PasadenaTreasurer Base/USSVI A-H - Dessert LA/APasadena Base I-R - Salad