VC-35/VA(AW)-35 Association
Recognizes The Hospitality Of
The USS Hornet
For Three VAN Teams
In The Late 1950's
On October 6, 2003, Chuck Borris, Jim Gardner, Bill Happersett and their wives were welcomed aboard the USS Hornet by Jerry Lutz, the ship CEO and Rick Thom, the Director of Restoration and Recovery. The presentation was held in "Ready Room #4" where the plaque will be placed on a bulkhead.

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Bill Happersett presenting the plaque
Chuck Borris and Jim Gardner
presenting the donation
 

All with plaque
VAN 54 cruise book

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