The level of interest at the 1987 reunion was so high that the organization was formalized and incorporated as a nonprofit organization. We are staffed entirely by voluteers. Reunions have been held annually since 1987. Baton Rouge, LA 1995 Philadelphia Membership M embership in the organization, which was about 100 in 1986, is now approaching 2,800. Members include men who served aboard the CA69 from 1942 to 1946, the CAG1 from 1955 to 1968, the CA69 from 1968 to 1970, and the SSN703 from 1979 to 1999.
Membership is automatic for past or present crew members and their wives and widows.
Officers, Sailors, Marines, drone unit and Flag personnel are all welcome. All Shipmates receive at least one newsletter each year. First, to ensure the continuity of this great organization. Certain Shipmates request that their info be held in strictest confidence, and we honor and abide by those requests. Send the information to the Secretary so you can be added to the membership roster.