USS Columbus (CG-12)

Meritorious Unit Commendation (w/1 Bronze Star), Republic of Vietnam Armed Forces Meritorious Citation (Civil Actions Medal color with Palm), Navy Unit Commendation, Republic of Vietnam Armed Forces Meritorious Unit Citation (Gallantry Cross Color with Palm).  Meritorious Service Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Combat Action Ribbon, Navy”E”, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal (w/Four Campaign Stars and Fleet Marine Force Combat Operation Insignia), Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal With Device, Navy Expert Pistol Shot Medal.

US Navy (23 years of continuous Active Duty).  Navy Dental Corps. Served in Vietnam (January-October 1968, with Naval Construction Battalion – 62)  On board Cruiser (USS Columbus CG-12) for 2 years, additional tour with Naval Mobile Construction Battalion – 62 (Seabees), and several other Duty Stations.  Retired as Captain (7/31/1989).