IUWG-1 Veterans Organization

This Web Site was created for all Inshore Undersea Warfare Group One Westpac Veterans

Our intent is to unify all members and have one central location where members can stay in touch with each other.

UPDATED: 26 Mar 2018

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Walt Crandell Vietnam Photos

https://1drv.ms/f/s!AnujfbdkhDaOgbAiY2gkYOgXjUY8Yw

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From Big Jim (14 Mar 2018)

Don McGrogan sent me 50 Patches as a donation.

I will give one to each Lifetime Member if they send me $5 each for shipping and handling (limit 2), while they last.

Also, I will give one to any member who donates $50 to the Memorial Boat Maintenance Fund, FREE OF CHARGE.

Also, Don McGrogan has the original IUWG1 white shirts for sale for only $8 each.

Contact him at popularpatch.com, to see about sizes.

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Here is a link to a May 1970 IUWG-1 Newsletter

http://iuwg1.stabledoorveterans.com/

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The 2018 reunion will be held at Nowhere Special Old West Town in Days Creek, Oregon. Dates: August 22-26, 2018.

Contact John Boling 541 825-3696 Email: johnboling1@gmail.com

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From Big Jim:

Work done on the patrol boat Super Bowl Sunday

Installed 2 Antenna’s replaces aft 50 Cal Machine Gun, repaired forward machine gun, cabled down both guns so they can’t be stolen or broken. ( I Hope). Installed two new solar lights, painted both guns and sounding area. Still have to install the new life rings and chip and paint in some areas and install new signs.

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Hello! Construction is underway on the new Missouri's National Veterans Memorial in Perrvyille, Missouri. The MNVM will be the site of America's Vietnam Wall- an engraved granite replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial located in Washington, D.C.

You are cordially invited to the March 25, 2018 "Mark of Remembrance" event being held at the MNVM. Perryville is located about 90 miles south of St Louis, MO on I-55.

Their website is under construction (as of 2/2/18), however, if you are planning to attend, or need more information, contact Ron Schneider. ronsue1991@hotmail.com

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Note from Big Jim (26 Jan 2018)

There is a new shipment of 5” window decals.

The new machine gun is in.

I have two replacement Antenna’s and help.

There will be signs going on the boat asking people to keep off.

Weather permitting, the boat will be repaired next week.

Thank you to the men who donated to the memorial fund so this could be accomplished.

In Brotherhood, Big Jim

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VA study shows parasite from Vietnam may be killing vets.

https://www.newsday.com/amp/long-island/vietnam-vets-parasite-cancer-1.15105520

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Be sure to check the Guestbook!

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LIMITED AVAILABILITY

Anyone wanting to get this rear window sticker,

(photo below)

with Unit 1,2,3,4 or 5, please contact Big Jim.

James Meehan: bigslimjim@gmail.com

They are approx 5 inches.

Available for purchase. Price $10.00 (shipped)

(updated 01/14/17)

07/07/16

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23 FEB 2015
From: bigslimjim@gmail.com

Patrol Boat At the Seal Museum
Updated 25 July 2017

The boat is finished. Thanks to all who donated.
However, the boat still needs up keep. This costs money. Anyone who wishes to make donations for the maintence of the patrol boat at the museum, feel free to do so. It is much appreciated.
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Ship Mates, and Sponsors of IUWG-1
As Most of you know We have a Memorial Patrol boat at the UDT-Seal Museum in FT.Pierce Fl. for the 13 men who gave their all (KIA) while serving in IUWG-1.
It is now time to to totally rebuild the boat so it will go without maintenance, except for touch ups for the next ten years.
We adopt the boat every year ,and agree to maintain it to the highest standards possible.
i have talked to the museum people and they have given us the permission to have it, Sand blasted, re-fiber glassed, and re-painted to look like new.
The boat now has a lot of work to be done if it is to last .
For 10 years we have been painting the boat and it looks like it is held together with the paint. BU, We just picked the boat with a crane and moved to a new location on the grounds. It held up fine.
I am collecting money to have an outside contractor to do the job. We are in the process of getting bids on the job .
I am asking all members to donate at least 20.00 dollars or more if you can to the fund to do this job.
We are all getting older every day. Our minds tell we can do it ourselves, BUT our bodies say No Way
This a major job. I am asking you all to please donate to this Memorial
The donations are" NOT" tax deductible
We do not have a tax number.
Please make all checks out to me;
Jim Meehan
3080 S.W.Shadow Ln.
Palm City .Fl .34990 -3252
My Home phone number is 772 287 4361
My Cell number is 772 349 5464
Write Patrol boat in the comments space
We can get this done if we ALL pull together.
I Keep very good records of who does donate and how much. I will keep your donation confidential if you request it . but you will be able to view the records at any time.if you ask.
If you know anyone who is not on this list please contact them .We need your help
I can just list your name
This memorial is for our brothers.
God Bless
In Brotherhood
Jim Meehan