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Barbel Float

Barbel Float

Neighbors will be relieved to know that a bunch of winter visitors weren't crazy when they talked about building a submarine in a friend's garage. Construction began three years ago at Al Durkee's house. After countless nights and weekends of the guys working together, their creation is final...

Donald Stiles Campbell, Jr.

Donald Stiles Campbell, Jr.

DONALD STILES CAMPBELL JR. USNA ‘54 Captain Donald Stiles Campbell Jr. USN (Ret) died on January 11, 2009 at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle, Washington from Leukemia. He was 77 years old.

2009 Reunion Over - Next Reunion 2011!

2009 Reunion Over - Next Reunion 2011!

Vist the Photo Gallery to see photos of the 2009 B-Girls Reunion held in Portland, Oregon. If you attended and would like to have your photos posted, send an e-mail message to me and I will give you instructions for contributing your files. If you were not able to attend, please visit to see what yo...

Blueback Listed on the National Register of Historic Places

Blueback Listed on the National Register of Historic Places

Oregon Museum of Science and Industry's submarine USS Blueback has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Read more at: Blueback Listed on the National Register of Historic Places

Ship's Store Now Open!

Ship's Store Now Open!

The new B-Girls Ship's Store is now open! Press "Ship's Store" button at menu bar above. B-Girls Reunion Association Ship's Store

 

USS Barbel (SS-580)

WESTPAC Cruise 1962-1963image

Gary Christensen has developed a crew list for the WESTPAC cruise 1962-1963.


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USS Bonefish (SS-582)

Crew List 1974-1976image

This list is for the 1st time I was onboard. It covers the period March 1974 to June 1976. Kent Weekly Read More

USS Bonefish (SS-582)

Crew List 1967-71image A Crew List compiled by Fred Tredy for the years 1967 through 1971.


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OMSI - Site of 2009 Reunion

indyThe 2009 B-Girls Reunion Association met at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Portland Oregon May 28-30 and everyone attending had a great time swapping sea stories and catching up on whats going on in their shipmate's lives. Check out the Photo Gallery for photos of reunion events.

Make plans now to attend the reunion in 2011, That's right, the next reunion will be held in just two years.
And in other news
imageRegistration forms for the 2009 B-Girls Reunion Assocation meeting in Portand, Oregon will be available on this website by mid summer.
imageNew Photos have been added to the photo gallery - Send your photos today.

Contributions

Please consider sending your photos, documents and "war stories" for the newsletter and website. We need for you to share the memories of your B-Girls experiences.

Did You Know?

You can become a Life Member of the B-Girls Reunion Association for just $100.00. A great way to show support for your organization. Apply Here

Local Weather

Portland's weather belies the stereotype of the rainy Pacific Northwest. Our average annual rainfall is less than that of Atlanta, Birmingham, Houston, Indianapolis or Seattle..

Official B-Girls Website

You are visiting the newsletter website of the B-Girls Reunion Association. The official website for the B-Girls Reunion Association is located at: bgirlsboats

Patches

B-Girls Patches

imageThe B-Girls Reunion Association patch is available in two styles - the single boat or three boat version.

Patches are $8.00 each, postage included.

Ball Caps

B-Girls Ball Caps

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Your B-Girls Ball Cap getting a bit worn? Did you loose it in the last wind storm? Caps for each boat and other styles are available here. Ball Caps are $13.50 each, postage included.

Coffee Cups

B-Girls Coffee Cups

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B-Girls Coffee Cups are available for the Barbel, Blueback and Bonefish boats. It is time to replace that lost, broken or chipped cup. Proudly serve your coffee or hot cocoa in a B-Girls boat coffee cup.

Dolphin Plaques

Submarine Dolphin Plaques

imageWe have a limited number of small and larger cast dolphin plaques that can be hung on a wall to proudly display your submarine qualification. Available in Silver for enlisted and Gold for officers.

2011 Reunion Countdown

443 Days Until The Party Starts!

Submarine Videos

USS Wyoming SSBN 742

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USS Alexandria SSN 757

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Emergency Surfacing

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Sub Sailors In Action

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USS Alaska SSBN 732

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Sub Recruiting Movie

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Run US Submarines

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Silent Service

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Sub Training 1960's

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"USS Thresher Launch"

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Submarine Videos !

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Polls

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Bonefish at the Ready...

imageNot long ago after 30 years of wanting to get a monkey off my back so to speak... Read More

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USS Barbel (SS-316)

Read about the first USS Barbel, a World War II Submarine . Visit the Site

USS Blueback (SS-326)

Read about the first USS Blueback, a World War II Submarine . Visit the Site

USS Bonefish (SS-223)

Read about the first USS Bonefish, a World War II Submarine . Visit the Site
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