Submarine Life in the 70s and 80s- Two Experiences [F-25-41]
| Presenter: | Tom Butcher, Lyn Swafford |
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| Location: | SUNY Potsdam: Flagg 233 |
| Classes: | 2 Sessions 1.5 hours |
| Dates: | Thu 1:00 PM 10/09, 10/16 |
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This course will present Submarine Life on a Nuclear Fast Attack Submarine in the 70s and early 80s from two perspectives - a Submariner and a Wife of a Submariner. The course will begin with a brief history of the origins of the US Submarine force, its evolution and role in WWII, and finally its role in the Cold War. Then the presenters will share some of their experiences both onboard a "Boat" and as a Wife "Meanwhile Back in Navy Housing".
Tom Butcher was the Supply Officer on the USS Bergall (SSN667) from 1972 to 1975. As such he was responsible for the management of the spare parts inventory and the food service. At sea he was a Diving Officer.
Lyn Swafford spent 30 years as a Navy wife (1966 to 1996). Her husband, Bill, served on the USS Groton (SSN694) from 1979 - 1982.
Cap: 35