30.
Feb. 18, 2013

Just for any BB33 survivors out there. Steve L. Krengiel passed away on February 17th 2013. He served on the BB-33 from 42-45.  He was the ship's cook aboard. His rank was SC 2nd Class.

29.
Nov. 24, 2012

My grandfather, L. E. Talbott, served on the Arkansas from October 1942 until October 1945. He was in Division F, Fire Control, Petty Officer, 2nd Class. He told many interesting stories over the years and I recorded them. I am currently completing his memoir of the war years. If there are any survivors of those years, I would appreciate knowing.

John Talbott

28.
Oct. 27, 2012

Several years ago I acquired a Capt's chest dedicated by the ship's carpenters of the USS Arkansas in 1946 just before Bimini. All mahogany, 36"W x 21"D x 17"H, original lock and key. Dedicated Capt's service record and other memorabilia. My Dad was  WWII navy, and I am a Viet Nam DAV and while I am attached to this chest, financial responsibilities require me to offer this for sale.  I would prefer that it go to someone who has connection to the Arkansas. Send inquiries to jomozolo@yahoo.com  

Sincerely,
John Mazzullo

27.
July 16, 2012

My father was on the Arkansas during WWII. He rarely spoke about the war at all. He passed away several years ago and we found pictures and medals that he was awarded. His name was Marvin W. Toplan. if anyone knew him it would need nice to learn his history.

Susie Gearhart

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Apr. 30, 2012

Found your website today and would like to say what a wonderful idea and how happy I was see to see so many wonderful pictures and stories. My name is Donnie James Hazel and my Grandfather, James Paul Henderson served on the USS Arkansas from October 7, 1944 to December 1945. He was a BUL 2C Petty Officer. Below are some of the Muster Rolls showing my Grandfather on the Rolls.

James Paul McFaddin Henderson was born on February 17th, 1925 in Paintsville, Kentucky. He was born a McFaddin and in order for him to list he LIED about his age and used his step-fathers last name to enlist. The irony is that he kept the Henderson name from this point on and all his children bare the Henderson name. All because he wanted to serve his country. Also below is his WWII Draft Registration Card. My grandfather passed away on July 15th, 1998 and I and his descendents would be honored if you could share this on your site.

Thank you to ALL our service men and women who have, who are, and who will serve our country.

Sincerely,
Donnie J. Hazel
Fort Mill, South Carolina

Draft registration card.

Page 19 of the Dec. 31, 1944 Muster Roll of USS Arkansas BB-33.

Page 19 of the March 31, 1945 Muster Roll of USS Arkansas BB-33.

Page 21 of the July 1, 1945 Muster Roll of USS Arkansas BB-33.

25.
Nov. 11, 2011

My father served on the USS Arkansas from 1946-1947 he has a list of people who served on the ship at that time. His health is not all hat good but he would help anyone with the info if interested. His name is James Elliott he lives in Hot Springs Arkansas. He worked in the galley as a baker along with Bill Ringgold who also lives here. Thank you all for your support.

Jan Turner
Hot Springs Arkansas