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The Story of a Minesweeper Photo 6

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CSSN James Johnson (on the left) puts the finishing touches on this lovely cake as CS3 Russell Shields looks on. These two men, as well as CS2 John Kavanaugh, (not pictured) prepare the delicious food served aboard the ship

The Story of a Minesweeper Photo 5

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The ship has a fine supply of tape recordings, books, and even a TV. Looking over their favorites selections are (left to right) BM3 Charles B. Blackman and SM3 James R. Davis

The Story of a Minesweeper Photo 4

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‘A game of cards’ is one of the most popular forms of recreation aboard the Fortify. Pictured above (left to right) QMSN Richard R. Heidman, YN2 Arthur H. West, BM2 Walter H. Geisert, and RM1 Paul A. Roberts

The Story of a Minesweeper Photo 3

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LCDR Mark Hopkins, C.O. of the U.S.S. Fortify, briefs Carol Conger (on the left) and Nancy Irving (right) on the functions of an ocean minesweeper

The Story of a Minesweeper Photo 2

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The U.S.S. Tom Green County render honors to the U.S.S. Fortify (MS)-466) as she passes by

The Story of a Minesweeper Photo 1

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The U.S.S. Fortify (MSO-466), on the right, at anchor next to the U.S.S. Engage (MSO-433). - Guam Times Photo

The Story of a Minesweeper

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An article by Pat Krause. Krause elaborates on the U.S.S. Fortify, a ocean minesweeper – she speaks on the ship’s origins, crew, and past accomplishments