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» Topic: PT305 IS MOVING
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THE 305 WILL BE LEAVING THE RESTORATION PAVILION IN 15 DAYS [:-smoke-:]



Posted By: RANDY SMITH | Posted on: Nov 4, 2016 - 1:06pm
Total Posts: 182 | Joined: Jul 16, 2012 - 7:16pm



Congratulations in order for the entire crew! I'm sure there is still lots to do but the move is a huge step. Will be watching for pictures of the move.

Rick Schaefer
Splinter PT 63 108

TM2c John E Mirus
Solomon Islands
Dec 43 - Jan 45

Posted By: rickas | Posted on: Nov 4, 2016 - 5:20pm
Total Posts: 82 | Joined: Dec 26, 2013 - 5:16pm



Randy;
OUTSTANDING!!!! This is a major milestone for your team and PT 305. The only thing better than standing on her proud deck in Aug 2015, will be standing on her deck as she gets underway. My Heartfelt congratulations to both!!
Take care,
TED



Posted By: TED WALTHER | Posted on: Nov 6, 2016 - 7:46am
Total Posts: 3058 | Joined: Oct 16, 2006 - 7:42am



That is certainly wonderful news!!! Good go for your group!!! Long Live 305!!!

Jimbo

Posted By: Jimbo Melanson | Posted on: Nov 10, 2016 - 4:23am
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The wall is down. She will come out on Friday and head to the river 7am Saturday.

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Posted By: RANDY SMITH | Posted on: Nov 14, 2016 - 3:14pm
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breath taking. I hope to stand on that deck again one day. Long live 305

Jimbo

Posted By: Jimbo Melanson | Posted on: Nov 16, 2016 - 4:34am
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305 IS ON WHEELS AND READY TO LEAVE THE BUILDING!!!!!

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Posted By: RANDY SMITH | Posted on: Nov 18, 2016 - 10:32am
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WATCH LIVE ON FACEBOOK 3:30 PM WHEN IS LEAVES THE BUILDING

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Posted By: RANDY SMITH | Posted on: Nov 18, 2016 - 12:15pm
Total Posts: 182 | Joined: Jul 16, 2012 - 7:16pm



305 HAS LEFT THE BUILDING

https://www.facebook.com/WWIIMuseum/videos/10154372511667535/



Posted By: RANDY SMITH | Posted on: Nov 18, 2016 - 2:02pm
Total Posts: 182 | Joined: Jul 16, 2012 - 7:16pm



Randy;
Outstanding!!



Posted By: TED WALTHER | Posted on: Nov 18, 2016 - 5:11pm
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Randy,
Can we get a picture of you riding on the bullnose during the move? It would be fitting. Congrats to you and all your crew!
Jerry

Jerry Gilmartin
PT658 Crewman
Portland OR

Posted By: Jerry Gilmartin | Posted on: Nov 18, 2016 - 5:22pm
Total Posts: 1469 | Joined: Oct 8, 2006 - 11:16pm



Wish I could but I am working this weekend did not get to the boat until 6 PM had to watch it on line.



Posted By: RANDY SMITH | Posted on: Nov 18, 2016 - 5:28pm
Total Posts: 182 | Joined: Jul 16, 2012 - 7:16pm



ON THE ROAD

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Posted By: RANDY SMITH | Posted on: Nov 19, 2016 - 10:48am
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GETTING A LIFT

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Posted By: RANDY SMITH | Posted on: Nov 19, 2016 - 10:50am
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Posted By: RANDY SMITH | Posted on: Nov 19, 2016 - 11:07am
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Nice Posts Randy, cant wait to come see her up close. Congrats on the move! Jerry

PS I think the cameraman needs to get another job because the footage is so shaky it gives me vertigo trying to watch as he walks and continuously moves the camera shaking the picture violently at times. I know it was not you behind the camera, tell him not to quit his day job! LOL


Jerry Gilmartin
PT658 Crewman
Portland OR

Posted By: Jerry Gilmartin | Posted on: Nov 20, 2016 - 1:03am
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Posted By: RANDY SMITH | Posted on: Nov 20, 2016 - 1:16pm
Total Posts: 182 | Joined: Jul 16, 2012 - 7:16pm




Here is a link on Fox News about the 305 - article and 6.5 minute video:

[url]http://www.foxnews.com/us/2016/11/22/historic-wwii-pt-boat-heads-home-through-streets-new-orleans.html[/url]





Posted By: Dick | Posted on: Nov 22, 2016 - 8:56am
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TUESDAY SUNRISE
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NEW HOME FOR A FUE WEEKS
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Posted By: RANDY SMITH | Posted on: Nov 24, 2016 - 7:43am
Total Posts: 182 | Joined: Jul 16, 2012 - 7:16pm



Randy;
POST THE GUARDS! I hope you guys have your own version of roving security patrols to look after "The Pride of New Orleans"!
Take care,
TED



Posted By: TED WALTHER | Posted on: Nov 24, 2016 - 7:46am
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Yes we have guards ,



Posted By: RANDY SMITH | Posted on: Nov 24, 2016 - 9:28am
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I shake in my boots each time I look at these photos. Man she is amazing.

Jimbo

Posted By: Jimbo Melanson | Posted on: Nov 26, 2016 - 7:09am
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