Tradewinds July 2024

Volume 60

To perpetuate the memory of our shipmates who gave their lives while voluntarily serving in submarine warfare in the pursuit of their duties while serving their country. That their dedication, deeds and supreme sacrifice be a constant source of motivation toward greater accomplishments. To further promote and keep alive the spirit and unity that existed among submarine crewmen during World War II. To promote sociability general welfare and good fellowship among our members. To pledge loyalty and patriotism to the United States of America and it’s constitution.

1. Bowfin Pearl Harbor Base

Bowfin Meeting – We conducted our July meeting at Clean Sweep Bar, Lockwood Hall. The following members attended – Base Commander Paul Jurcsak, Vice Commander Tim Sparks, Secretary Brett Kulbis, COB Gary Johnson, and members George Barlett, George Barlett, Rodney Boucher, Karl Dye, Nelson Greer, Ace Parker, Crichton Roberts, Pat Suenaga, and Joe Winzenried.

Welcomed Guests – Ben and Judy McGowan.

Binnacle List – Please keep the all our members and their families in your good thoughts and prayers, especially Chris Cunha, Paul Ferguson, and John Hatch.

Hauʻoli Lā Hānau! Bowfin Birthdays for the month of July.

Patrol Reports

75th Annual Kailua Independence Day Parade

30th Anniversary Korean And Vietnam War Memorials

71st Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice

2024 Bowfin Officer Nominations

Nominations for Bowfin Pearl Harbor Base Officers is now open, and will close on August 3, 2024. Voting will be open from August 4 to 31, 2024. Results will be announced and newly elected officers will be sworn in at the September meeting. Officers to be elected are Base Commander, Vice Commander, Secretary and Treasurer. For more information on officer duties click HERE.

2024 Elections – Vote Smart Veterans

Hurricane Season

Bowfin Holland Club Members

This Month in Base History

1970 – USSVI of WWII Hawaii Chapter participated in their 1st Kailua July 4th Parade with the American Legion.

1955 – United States Submarine Veterans of WWII Founded.

Base Officers & Staff

Commander Paul T. Jurcsak	Vice Commander Tim Sparks
Secretary Brett Kulbis	Treasurer Carl L. Tatro
Chief of the Boat Gary G. Johnson	Storekeeper George F. Barlett

Base Committees

USSVI Committee Brett Kulbis	Aloha Committee Paul T. Jurcsak
Boy Scout Troop 97 George F. Barlett	Boat Sponsorship Program Carl L. Tatro
Binnacle List Dan Del Monte

2. U.S. Submarine Veterans Inc.

News and Bulletins
American Submariner

USSVI Officers & Staff

USSVI National Commander William Andrea	USSVI Western Region Director Victor P. VanHorn
USSVI Western District 6 Commander Dave Vanderveen	USSVI Office Manager Dennis C. Nardone

3. Information of Interest

VA News Releases
Defense News – Early Bird

4. Still On Patrol