Some of you may remember this thread...while others might not. Anyway I have created this thread to share my picutres from my time volunteering at the USS Slater DE (Destroyer Escort) 766 in Albany, NY. The Slater is the only DE afloat in the Untied States out of 563 that where made durring the war.
(Picture from there webiste)
www.ussslater.org - For more information about the Slater.
For a video of Various before & after restoration shots of most of the Major compartments -
The Stern 3" gun Being fired on Memorial Day 2012
DE Day - What DE day is along with the Firing of our stern 3" gun (Firing at 4:55 in)
On Septemer 17th 2011 they started up the #3 diesel 8 cylinder Ships service generaotr in B3; The Aft Engine room (For them starting it up a second time that day put it @ 2:07 -
Coast Guard Day Including a Breif Hitory of the Coast Guard & its role Durring WWII & Also included is the Firing of our stern 3" 50 Cal Gun for a three round Salute.
****Let me know what you think of them & Also If You have ANY questions about any of the pictures &/or the ship just ask!****
