Criteria Criteria for award of the Republic of Korea Korean War Service Medal (ROK KWSM) have been established by the ROK government. To qualify for the medal, the veteran must have: Served between the outbrea... Criteria for award of the Republic of Korea Korean War Service Medal (ROK KWSM) have been established by the ROK government. To qualify for the medal, the veteran must have: Served between the outbreak of hostilities, June 25, 1950, and the date the armistice was signed, July 27, 1953, Been on permanent assignment or on temporary duty for 30 consecutive days or 60 non-consecutive days Performed his / her duty within the territorial limits of Korea, in the waters immediately adjacent thereto or in aerial flight over Korea participating in actual combat operations or in support of combat operations MoreHide
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DATA SHEET ex-USS TUSCUMBIA YTB-762 Craft Name: BLACKHAWK (ex-USS TUSCUMBIA) Hull Number: TD-69 (ex-YTB-762) Craft Type: ex-Navy YTB (Large Harbor Tug) Construction: Steel Built: 1961, by Southern Shipbuilding Corp, Slidell, LA Classification: Originally classed by American Bureau of Shipping, +A1, +AMS 11/1961. Vessel is currently out of class. Particulars: Length: 109 ft. Date Acquired: 9/30/1994 Breadth: 30 ft. Bar Code #: 1012331 Depth: 16 ft. 3 in. Acquisition Value: $800,000.00 Full Displacement: 346 LT Light Displacement: 286 LT Propulsion: Single Screw Main Engine(s): Fairbanks Morse Opposed Piston, Mod. 38D8 1/8, 2000 HP @ 850 RPM. Hours unknown since last overhaul. Reduction Gear: Lufkin Exhaust: Dry Stack Auxiliaries: 2 ea. Detroit Diesel 6-71 generator prime movers, 125 BHP @ 1200 RPM. Approx hours since last overhaul: #1: 1440 hours; #2: 1950 hours. 2 ea. Delco E6593 E9 Generators, 225/450 Volt, 60 KW. 440 Volt paralleling switchboard. 1 ea. Engine Driven Fire Pump, Detroit Diesel 6-71 w/Allison MD-4-11082 Power-take-off, hours unknown since last overhaul. Foam system, on-deck fire monitors fore and aft. 1 ea. New England Combination Capstan/Anchor Windlass fwd, rated load 7,500 lb/static load 60,000 lb. 1 ea. New England Capstan amidships, rated load 9,000 lb/static load 60,000 lb. Navigation Gear: All navigation gear has been stripped from the vessel. Capacities: Diesel Fuel: 27,316 Gal. Potable Water: 2,463 Gal. Used Lube Oil: 2,630 Gal. Foam Tank: 1,350 Gal. SW Ballast: 25.55 LT Current Status : Laid up since 1999; was operational up until then. Outstanding Issues: Main engine is due for a complete inspection and tune- up (est. cost: $7,500.00) Reduction gear in need of clutch repairs (est. cost: $15,000.00) Steering system in need of overhaul (est. cost: $6,500.00) Last dry-docking: 1991 while still owned by USN. A complete set of the vessel�??s blueprints, instruction manuals, and maintenance history of the vessel prior to 1995 is available aboard.
Criteria The National Defense Service Medal is awarded for honorable active service as a member of the Armed Forces during the Korean War, Vietnam War, the war against Iraq in the Persian Gulf, and for service... The National Defense Service Medal is awarded for honorable active service as a member of the Armed Forces during the Korean War, Vietnam War, the war against Iraq in the Persian Gulf, and for service during the current War on Terrorism. In addition, all members of the National Guard and Reserve who were part of the Selected Reserve in good standing between August 2, 1990, to November 30, 1995, are eligible for the National Defense Service Medal. In the case of Navy personnel, Midshipment attending the Naval Academy during the qualifying periods are eligible for this award, and Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) Midshipmen ae only eligible if they participated in a summer cruise that was in an area which qualified for a campaign medal. MoreHide
Criteria The Vietnam Service Medal was awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served at any time between July 4, 1965, and March 28, 1973, in Vietnam or its contiguous waters or airspa... The Vietnam Service Medal was awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served at any time between July 4, 1965, and March 28, 1973, in Vietnam or its contiguous waters or airspace; or, for any period of service during the same time period in Thailand, Laos, or Cambodia or the air spaces thereover and in direct support of operations in Vietnam. MoreHide
Criteria The Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation (Gallantry Cross Colors) was authorized to be worn by units individually cited for service in military operations in support of the government of Sout... The Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation (Gallantry Cross Colors) was authorized to be worn by units individually cited for service in military operations in support of the government of South Vietnam. The actions cited are for the same services that would have resulted in the award of a Valorous Unit Citation by the Army or a Navy Unit Citation MoreHide
Criteria This medal is awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who: 1. Served for 6 months in South Vietnam during the period 1 Mar 61 and 28 Mar 73; or 2. Served outside the geographical l... This medal is awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who: 1. Served for 6 months in South Vietnam during the period 1 Mar 61 and 28 Mar 73; or 2. Served outside the geographical limits of South Vietnam and contributed direct combat support to the RVN Armed Forces for an aggregate of six months. Only members of the Armed Forces of the United States who meet the criteria established for the AFEM (Vietnam) or Vietnam Service Medal during the period of service required are considered to have contributed direct combat support to the RVN Armed Forces; or 3. Did not complete the length of service required in item (1) or (2) above, but who, during wartime, were: a. Wounded by the enemy (in a military action); b. Captured by the enemy during action or in the line of duty, but later rescued or released; or c. Killed in action or in the line of duty; or 4. Were assigned in Vietnam on 28 Jan 73, and who served a minimum of 60 calendar days in Vietnam during the period 29 Jan 73 to 28 Mar 73. MoreHide
Description Yankee Station was a point in the Gulf of Tonkin off the coast of Vietnam used by the U.S. Navy aircraft carriers of Task Force 77 to launch strikes in the Vietnam War. While its official designation Yankee Station was a point in the Gulf of Tonkin off the coast of Vietnam used by the U.S. Navy aircraft carriers of Task Force 77 to launch strikes in the Vietnam War. While its official designation was "Point Yankee," it was universally referred to as Yankee Station. Carriers conducting air operations at Yankee Station were said to be "on the line" and statistical summaries were based on days on the line.
The name derived from it being the geographic reference point "Y", pronounced "Yankee" in the NATO phonetic alphabet. In turn the term Point Yankee derived from the launch point for "Yankee Team" aerial reconnaissance missions over Laos conducted in 1964. It was located about 190 km due east of Dong Hoi, at 17° 30' N and 108° 30' E.
During the two periods of sustained air operations against North Vietnam (March 2, 1965-October 31, 1968 and March 30, 1972-December 29, 1972) there were normally three carriers on the line, each conducting air operations for twelve hours, then off for twelve hours. One of the carriers would operate from noon to midnight, another from midnight to noon, and one during daylight hours, which gave 24-hour coverage plus additional effort during daylight hours, when sorties were most effective. However at the end of May, 1972, six carriers were for a short period of time on the line at Yankee Station conducting Linebacker strikes.
The first aircraft carrier at Yankee Station was USS Kitty Hawk, which was ordered there in April 1964 for the Yankee Team missions. Kitty Hawk was joined by Ticonderoga in May and Constellation in June, two months prior to the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution. Ticonderoga and Constellation launched the first bombing missions from Yankee Station on August 5, 1964. Constellation was also the last carrier conducting operations at Yankee Station on August 15, 1973. USS Forrestal suffered a major accident while at Yankee Station when a series of fires and explosions on her deck killed 134 men and injured another 161.
A corresponding Dixie Station in the South China Sea off the Mekong Delta was a single carrier point for conducting strikes within South Vietnam from May 15, 1965 to August 3, 1966.... More
Criteria The Navy Good Conduct Medal (NGCM) is a decoration presented by the United States Navy to recognize members who have completed three years of honorable service. Medals awarded before January 1, 1996 r... The Navy Good Conduct Medal (NGCM) is a decoration presented by the United States Navy to recognize members who have completed three years of honorable service. Medals awarded before January 1, 1996 required four years of service. MoreHide
Criteria The Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation (Gallantry Cross Colors) was authorized to be worn by units individually cited for service in military operations in support of the government of Sout... The Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation (Gallantry Cross Colors) was authorized to be worn by units individually cited for service in military operations in support of the government of South Vietnam. The actions cited are for the same services that would have resulted in the award of a Valorous Unit Citation by the Army or a Navy Unit Citation MoreHide
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The unit citation of the Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Medal was awarded certain units by the Vietnamese government for meritorious service during the period 1 March 1961 to 28 March 1974.
Criteria The Navy Good Conduct Medal (NGCM) is a decoration presented by the United States Navy to recognize members who have completed three years of honorable service. Medals awarded before January 1, 1996 r... The Navy Good Conduct Medal (NGCM) is a decoration presented by the United States Navy to recognize members who have completed three years of honorable service. Medals awarded before January 1, 1996 required four years of service. MoreHide
Criteria The Navy Good Conduct Medal (NGCM) is a decoration presented by the United States Navy to recognize members who have completed three years of honorable service. Medals awarded before January 1, 1996 r... The Navy Good Conduct Medal (NGCM) is a decoration presented by the United States Navy to recognize members who have completed three years of honorable service. Medals awarded before January 1, 1996 required four years of service. MoreHide
Criteria The Navy Good Conduct Medal (NGCM) is a decoration presented by the United States Navy to recognize members who have completed three years of honorable service. Medals awarded before January 1, 1996 r... The Navy Good Conduct Medal (NGCM) is a decoration presented by the United States Navy to recognize members who have completed three years of honorable service. Medals awarded before January 1, 1996 required four years of service. MoreHide
Criteria The Navy Good Conduct Medal (NGCM) is a decoration presented by the United States Navy to recognize members who have completed three years of honorable service. Medals awarded before January 1, 1996 r... The Navy Good Conduct Medal (NGCM) is a decoration presented by the United States Navy to recognize members who have completed three years of honorable service. Medals awarded before January 1, 1996 required four years of service. MoreHide
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The Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation is a military unit award issued by the government of South Korea to both South Korean and foreign military units.
Criteria The United Nations Korean Medal was generally awarded for any period of service while assigned as a member of the Armed Forces dispatched to Korea or adjacent areas for service on behalf of the United... The United Nations Korean Medal was generally awarded for any period of service while assigned as a member of the Armed Forces dispatched to Korea or adjacent areas for service on behalf of the United Nations. Service in qualifying organizations had to be certified by the United Nations Commander-in-Chief as having directly supported military operations in Korea. In the case of the United States, such certification was issued in General Orders 31 (June 20, 1955); General Orders 33 (July 11, 1955); and General Orders 36 (July 13, 1955). MoreHide
Criteria The Navy Good Conduct Medal (NGCM) is a decoration presented by the United States Navy to recognize members who have completed three years of honorable service. Medals awarded before January 1, 1996 r... The Navy Good Conduct Medal (NGCM) is a decoration presented by the United States Navy to recognize members who have completed three years of honorable service. Medals awarded before January 1, 1996 required four years of service. MoreHide
Criteria The National Defense Service Medal is awarded for honorable active service as a member of the Armed Forces during the Korean War, Vietnam War, the war against Iraq in the Persian Gulf, and for service... The National Defense Service Medal is awarded for honorable active service as a member of the Armed Forces during the Korean War, Vietnam War, the war against Iraq in the Persian Gulf, and for service during the current War on Terrorism. In addition, all members of the National Guard and Reserve who were part of the Selected Reserve in good standing between August 2, 1990, to November 30, 1995, are eligible for the National Defense Service Medal. In the case of Navy personnel, Midshipment attending the Naval Academy during the qualifying periods are eligible for this award, and Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) Midshipmen ae only eligible if they participated in a summer cruise that was in an area which qualified for a campaign medal. MoreHide
Criteria To be eligible for this medal, the Service member must have: Served between the outbreak of hostilities (June 25, 1950) and the date the armistice was signed (July 27, 1953); Been on permanent assignm... To be eligible for this medal, the Service member must have: Served between the outbreak of hostilities (June 25, 1950) and the date the armistice was signed (July 27, 1953); Been on permanent assignment or on temporary duty for thirty consecutive days or sixty non-consecutive days, and Performed duty within the territorial limits of Korea, in the waters immediately adjacent thereto or in aerial flight over Korea participating in actual combat operation or in support of combat operations. MoreHide
Criteria The Navy Good Conduct Medal (NGCM) is a decoration presented by the United States Navy to recognize members who have completed three years of honorable service. Medals awarded before January 1, 1996 r... The Navy Good Conduct Medal (NGCM) is a decoration presented by the United States Navy to recognize members who have completed three years of honorable service. Medals awarded before January 1, 1996 required four years of service. MoreHide
DATA SHEET ex-USS TUSCUMBIA YTB-762 Craft Name: BLACKHAWK (ex-USS TUSCUMBIA) Hull Number: TD-69 (ex-YTB-762) Craft Type: ex-Navy YTB (Large Harbor Tug) Construction: Steel Built: 1961, by Southern Shipbuilding Corp, Slidell, LA Classification: Originally classed by American Bureau of Shipping, +A1, +AMS 11/1961. Vessel is currently out of class. Particulars: Length: 109 ft. Date Acquired: 9/30/1994 Breadth: 30 ft. Bar Code #: 1012331 Depth: 16 ft. 3 in. Acquisition Value: $800,000.00 Full Displacement: 346 LT Light Displacement: 286 LT Propulsion: Single Screw Main Engine(s): Fairbanks Morse Opposed Piston, Mod. 38D8 1/8, 2000 HP @ 850 RPM. Hours unknown since last overhaul. Reduction Gear: Lufkin Exhaust: Dry Stack Auxiliaries: 2 ea. Detroit Diesel 6-71 generator prime movers, 125 BHP @ 1200 RPM. Approx hours since last overhaul: #1: 1440 hours; #2: 1950 hours. 2 ea. Delco E6593 E9 Generators, 225/450 Volt, 60 KW. 440 Volt paralleling switchboard. 1 ea. Engine Driven Fire Pump, Detroit Diesel 6-71 w/Allison MD-4-11082 Power-take-off, hours unknown since last overhaul. Foam system, on-deck fire monitors fore and aft. 1 ea. New England Combination Capstan/Anchor Windlass fwd, rated load 7,500 lb/static load 60,000 lb. 1 ea. New England Capstan amidships, rated load 9,000 lb/static load 60,000 lb. Navigation Gear: All navigation gear has been stripped from the vessel. Capacities: Diesel Fuel: 27,316 Gal. Potable Water: 2,463 Gal. Used Lube Oil: 2,630 Gal. Foam Tank: 1,350 Gal. SW Ballast: 25.55 LT Current Status : Laid up since 1999; was operational up until then. Outstanding Issues: Main engine is due for a complete inspection and tune- up (est. cost: $7,500.00) Reduction gear in need of clutch repairs (est. cost: $15,000.00) Steering system in need of overhaul (est. cost: $6,500.00) Last dry-docking: 1991 while still owned by USN. A complete set of the vessel�??s blueprints, instruction manuals, and maintenance history of the vessel prior to 1995 is available aboard.