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The USS Ashland LSD Association was formed in 1988 during a meeting of Ashland's crew at Indianapolis, Indiana, to hold reunions, promote the fraternal, civic, patriotic and historical memories of those who served aboard USS ASHLAND (LSD-1). USS Ashland (LSD-48) was commissioned in May, 1992. The Association includes the crew from both ships and their spouses. Over 800 shipmates have been located and are members. The USS Ashland LSD Association, Inc. is incorporated in the Commonwealth of Kentucky and recognized as a non-profit organization by the IRS.
President |
Harlan J. Engel, Hartley, IA |
Honorary President |
CDR Scott Curtis, CO USS Ashland (LSD-48) |
First Vice-President |
Davie L.Chapman, Brownsburg, IN |
Second Vice-President |
James W. Jones Sr., Centreville, AL |
Recording Secretary |
DonNita Schorr, Sparta, IL |
Treasurer |
Gene J. Milller, Lombard, IL |
Newsletter Editor |
Gene Miller, |
Webmaster |
Jimmie Barnes, Homosassa, FL |
Historian(LSD-1) |
Jimmie Barnes, Homosassa, FL |
Ships Store |
Robert Parrish |
Master at Arms |
Position is open |
Chaplain |
Position is open |
Ways & Means |
Diana Carson, Lilburn, GA | Lora Dewhurst, Columbus, OH |
Jeannine Miller, Lombard, IL |
Eleanor Nichols, Louisville, KY |
Kathy Price, Lebanon, TN |
Norma Webb,Cox's Creek, KY |
2012 Reunion Host |
John D. Braswell, Boulder CO |
Any Navy, Army. Marine or, anyone else who served aboard USS ASHLAND (LSD-1) or USS ASHALND (LSD-48), wartime or peace, in ship's company, in transit or training,is eligible for membership.
Membership is simple: Send your name, address, and when you served on the USS ASHLAND (LSD-1) or (LSD-48). Members receive the quarterly newsletter, "The ASHLANDER". Membership includes the spouse of the Ashland veteran.
The USS Ashland LSD Association is searching for men who served aboard the (LSD-1) or (LSD-48). Check our roster, your lost buddies or a shipmate you knew well, may be a member and waiting to hear from you.
For membership or information about USS ASHLAND (LSD-1) or USS ASHLAND (LSD-48) contact George Vaughn Jr.,gmvjr2007@yahoo.com
