The 2013 USS James Monroe Association reunion is just over 6 months away. All the details are available in the Reunions and Events section of the website. Signup as soon as possible for best selection of cabins on the cruise. A deposit of $200/person is required to make a reservation. The remainder of your payment is due by 23 JUL 2013.

The association has USS James Monroe 3.5″ patches (like the one in the photo above) available for sale at $10 each, including shipping. To purchase one send a check to our treasurer. Made the check out to USS James Monroe Association and send it to 7650 Hawk View Rd., Germansville, PA 18053.

The 2013 USS James Monroe Association Reunion will be a five day Bahamas cruise from Jacksonville, FL on the M/V Carnival Fascination from Thursday, 5 October 2013 to Thursday, 10 October, 2013. Details the 2013 Reunion have been added to the Reunions and Events section.

We are still awaiting details on the Fall 2013 Reunion from the cruise ship company. The plan it to have a extended weekend cruise to the Bahamas.

The Reunion 2011 section has been updated with information and photos from the June 2011 reunion.

Here’s a list of people who registered at the reunion in Charleston:
Jerry Bell & Alice
Charle Cross & Carolyn
Monty Cross & Robin
Martin DeSanto
John Donaldson & Mary
James Doucett & Jacqueline
Mark Foster & Elaine
Billy Graham & Judy
Leroy Hagen & Lynn
Art Hance
Milton Hazel & Elinor
John Herina
Larry Hook & Helena
Manley Hudson & Nancy Ann
Howard Icenhower & Christine
George Jurand
David Kugler
Norman Lampron & Rosemary
John Lee & Patricia
Dale Lengkeek & Anne
John Martin & Peggy
Steve McConnell & Cynthia
Robert McCoy & Marlyn
Robert McNeish & Dawn
Irwin Moiseff & ?
Gerry Motl & Roxanne
AJ Murphy & Shirley
Ray Nario
Bruce Niggemann & Lynn
Robertson & Kathleen
Jim Powell & Jackie
Robby Roberts & Becky
Richard Schuch & Cheryl
Ken Shang & Mari Hattori
Wayne Sieckowski & Joya
Jack Simmons & Kathryn
Walter Spiller & Carol
Luther Staggs & Treva
Bob Treadway & Kay
Phillip Wagner & Mary
Joe Walker & Lib
Mike Williams & Sandra

Here is a list of people who have already signed up for the June 2011 Reunion:
Luther Staggs & Treva
Walter Spiller & Carol
Wayne Sieckowski & Joya
James Doucett & Jacqueline
Larry Hook & Helena
Philip Wagner & Mary
Howard Icenhower & Christine
Norman Lampron & Rosemary
Harold Dixon & Barbara Ann
Mark Foster & Elaine
Irvin Moiseff & ?
Dale Lengkeek & Anne
Bob McCoy & Marilyn
William Dean & Mary Lou
Bob Peterson & Kathleen
Milt Hazel & Elinor
David Kugler
Gerry Motl & Roxanne
Robert McNeish & Dawn
John Martin & Peg
Jerrold Bell
John Donaldson
AJ Murphy
Gary Ost
Ken Shang & Mari
Richard Schuch & Cheryl
John Lee & Patricia
Jim Powell & Jackie
Billy Graham & Judy
Joe Walker & Lib
Manly Hudson & Nancy Ann
Michael Williams & Sandra
Leroy Hagen & Lynn
Jack Simmons & Kathryn
George Jurand
Bob Treadway & Kay
Doug Treadway & Jenie
Charlie Cross & Carolynn
Steve McConnell & Cynthia

The agenda and details on the 2011 USS James Monroe Association reunion are now posted on the Reunions and Events menu item under 2011 Reunion. You can print the registration form from the website. The same information is also being sent in a newsletter in March out to all former crew members whose address we have. We hope to see you in Charleston in June.

Some of you may be interested in this National Geographic programs that covers the operations of one of the SSGN’s, former Trident SSBN’s that was converted to SSGN’s ( G means guided missile ) to become the US Navy’s latest weapon in the global fight against terrorism. The program will be shown on June 24, 2010.

Century Stealth Sub
Countless movies and novels have fictionalized the secret brotherhood of the submariner. But few of us outside this close-knit community ever get to witness what really goes on deep beneath the ocean waves. Take an unprecedented journey with the US Navy’s latest weapon in the global fight against terrorism: the SSGN or ‘guided missile submarine.’ National Geographic Channel joins Captain Randy Crites and the crew of the USS Florida as they engage in a covert Joint Operations mission with Special Forces: sneaking Navy SEALs on to shore to identify a terrorist target, and taking it out with guided missiles – fired from the submarine itself.

Get an in-depth look at the technology that allows this sub to go deeper, remain submerged longer, and stay quieter than previous generations of submarines. And witness the secret weapons that lay hidden within her hull, allowing her to enable Special Forces deployments anywhere, anytime. This is a new weapon for a new war.

Come aboard as National Geographic takes a ride on the 21st Century Stealth Sub. The program airs Thursday June 24 at 8 pm on the National Geographic Channel. Check your television program guide for local specifics.

This is a notice for an upcoming event in the Washington, DC that may be interest to some. If you wish to attend please contact John Martin, Larry Hook or the Association for more details.

The dates and hotel details for the 2011 USS James Monroe Association have been posted on the website. Look under the menu item for Reunion and Events and then select the menu for Reunion 2011. The next reunion has been scheduled for June 20 – 24 in Charleston, SC.