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I remember the diversity of the crew and officers of the USS Hermitage. I learned what unity meant. How people from all parts of America came together and regardless of race or rating learned to help each other. It was amazing to see these sailors come together outside of the vessel environment also. This was the beginning of me becoming part of the Hermitage brotherhood. This experience transcended into my civilian life. I will never forget my experience on board the USS Hermitage and the comradeship that created brothers from another mother.
----Nelson Rolon, MM, circa 1970.
DIRECTORY
Chronology
If customers can’t find it, it doesn’t exist. Clearly list and describe the services you offer. Also, be sure to showcase a premium service.
HERMITAGE IN BRAZIL
Having a big sale, on-site celebrity, or other event? Be sure to announce it so everybody knows and gets excited about it.
END OF THE HERMITAGE
Are your customers raving about you on social media? Share their great stories to help turn potential customers into loyal ones.
PHOTOGRAPHS BY SHIPMATES
Ralph Van Horn
VIETNAM
Are your customers raving about you on social media? Share their great stories to help turn potential customers into loyal ones.
REUNIONS
Running a holiday sale or weekly special? Definitely promote it here to get customers excited about getting a sweet deal.
MEMORIES
Have you opened a new location, redesigned your shop, or added a new product or service? Don't keep it to yourself, let folks know.
CONTACT
Customers have questions, you have answers. Display the most frequently asked questions, so everybody benefits.
COMMENTS
Fred Polaino
I was on the Hermitage about 1973. I started on the deck crew, but pretty quickly moved to work in sick bay to strike as a hospital corpsman. I went to HM School in 1974 and never went back. I don't remember many names. My HMC was Chief Phelps. alfredpolaino@att.net
William Hoshaw
I was disappointed when the Mighty Herm was sold to Brazil. But more so to hear that she was sunk in 2021. hoshawbill@gmail.com
Gary E. Johnson
I am a Shipmate from 1974 and 1975 as a Second Class Electronics Technician, Radar and Test Equipment Calibration. worked for Mr. Swinghammer, the EMO. Do you have any contatct info for Mr. Swinghammer. gejohnson52@arvig.net
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USS HERMITAGE (LSD-34)
