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mark r mondrone

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I was watching the "Color of War, Anchors Aweigh" on the TV yesterday afternoon at about 3 pm. The show was mostly about carriers but they were talking about smaller support vessels. They were panning some scenes and they had a close up of a couple of sailors, one who had his head turned. When he turned to the camera I almost had a fit. It was my father. The weird thing is that today is the 5th anniversery of his death. It was like he was looking right at me. Right after that shot there was one of a PT under way. Thanks to all of you who post on this site. I haven't posted in a long time but I frequently check the messages. It always reminds me of Dad. Mark


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HOW COOL IS THAT?

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What are the chances . . . . I'm happy you were able to catch that moment in time, wow.

Dick . . .


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Frank J Andruss Sr

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Mark
What are the chances of something like that ever happening. You must have been both pleased and proud to have seen your Dad. Thanks for sharing the story with us..............


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WOW, that must have been amazing. I saw that show as well. I dont remember that scene but next time it comes on I will watch like a hawk!

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mark r mondrone

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Hi Kent, The scene was very brief, if I blinked I would have missed it. It was right before the shot of a PT traveling from left to right across the screen and right before a shot of a yellow dye packet in the water. I'm still in shock. Mark


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hello kent maybe you can contact the history channel and obtain a copy of the video?this must have been an amazing thing to happen for you. earl

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