Flattop Flashback USS Shangri-La CVA-38

U.S.S. Shangri-La 1968 med cruse sights and sounds. Also footage of the USS Independence, USS Daniels, USS Alstede, USS Nantahala, USS Hawkins, USS Blandy, USS Waller, USS Lawrence, USS Waccamaw.

[@jimzarcone8923]

Served aboard 66-69. Two and a half Med Cruises, flew back to Brooklyn Navy Yard from Rota, Spain.

[@kkay2270]

Jim, I appreciate your service to our country. Thank you!

[@dollings4205]

Grandfather served as the radar operator in late 1950’s on her, always loved hearing his stories. When I asked what had happened to the ship he responded: "they turned her into razor blades". Miss his wisdom. If there any young men reading this who have their grandfathers still cherish the wisdoms they can give you.

[@kkay2270]

Thank you for the video. I love learning about the USS Shangri-La. My father was in the US Navy and served aboard her during 1945-1946. He was a fireman and worked in the engine room. He was a gifted mechanic. I am proud of his service to our country.

[@xxxpoptabxxx]

Mine was too he fueled aircraft also

[@xxxpoptabxxx]

His name was Oren E. Shobe

[@garyrosson4818]

Dad served on her. CPO fire control and gunner assist 1944. Saw SARA go down during bikini after the war also.

[@Hortonfarms1]

My father was a Marine Corporal stationed on-board the USS Shangri-La (CV-38) on her maiden voyage from 1944-1946. He was a 40mm dual quad loader during general quarters and served as the CO's guard on the bridge. Thanks for the upload.

[@mikemcatee7406]

I was on board that cruise and left her in Palermo Sicily in 67. #3 fireroom BT

[@AnhKamishirasawa]

That's my wife

[@DENNISDAVIS-o2n]

My name is Dennis Davis I served aboard the USS Shangri-la from August 1959 to May of 1960. During that time, we were in dry dock in Bremerton, Washington> seeing an aircraft carrier in dry dock with no water under her was daunting. In March we left to serve on the East Coast from Mayport, Florida. Going around South America was quite an adventure. Very few sailors ever go around the Horn of South America. I enjoyed my time in the Navy.

[@michaelgrajek6444]

my grandpa was on the shang in the late 50s. was on a cruise with gene cernan (last astronaut on the moon)

[@mikecurrin6710]

My father too served on her in the mid 50's. I think around 56. He served as a BT.

[@jimoverly4122]

I was on that cruise and the '66 cruise- my first ship.

[@davidblair6727]

I was on the '68-'69 cruise with VA 72.

[@littleblitz8239]

I was on the 65 med cruise V-1 division. I was a tilly for the A-4

[@brianbaird1503]

USS Blandy (DD 943) at 3:45 mark ....

[@pstebbins3689]

My dad said he was oh her ,and ran the store, barbershop, and opened and closed the blast doors , anyone know what his job title was????

[@seansmith8786]

My great grandfather was stationed on her during WWII in the Pacific.

[@whatthehellol1610]

1989 she was at the Philadelphia navy yard.

[@miltontrenholm5563]

ran the foreward span wire for refueling

[@jackmargolis6812]

I did 1969 and 1970 Med cruises on CVA-67, JFK, with Fighter Squadron 14 Tophatters.

[@jackmargolis6812]

Experienced the same kind of sea conditions as shown while in the North Sea.

[@johnbenet5394]

I spent the most miserable time of my life on that rust bucket

[@Mozart2Muse]

12:35

[@rodeogirl144]

My dad was a jet pilot from 1957 to 1959 on the USS Shangri-la. With one of his landings in June or July, 1958, the catch failed to stop his plane and they went overboard. All were fine, but that day still haunts him; did the catch really fail, or did he actually fail the landing? I know they recorded every landing and I would love to know if anyone has video of that landing or knows how I could find one. He's still alive and kicking strong at 88. I found a beautifully framed and matted color photo of the Shangri-La and could his name and rank, etc. He cried he was so touched. So I would love to give him the video of his landing so he can finally have his answer.

[@keepontruckinoutlawlife1248]

WHAT HAPPENED TO THE CABOVER?

[@moff4525]

Was on the Shang from Aug 66 to Jun 69. Was in Reenlistment and Seperations section of Admin Division. Did most of the transfers from the Med Ports so you guys could get back home.

[@moff4525]

Sorry this is James Haynie was signed in on Cory's page.

[@kkay2270]

James, thank you for serving our country. I appreciate the sacrifices you made. (My father served aboard the Shangri-la from 1945-46 at the age of 18. He worked with the engines as a fireman.)

[@xxxpoptabxxx]

My grandpa was on this aircraft carrier he is now 87 he’s still alive to this day he fueled aircrafts on this ship he was a fireman too