Michael D. Smith Papers

Object NameCorrespondence Envelope Clipping, Magazine

Historic Owner Michael D. Smith

Association USS Growler (SSG-577)

DateAugust 29, 1959–July 1, 1961

PeriodCold War

Mediumpaper, ink

ClassificationsCommunication Artifacts

Credit LineCollection of the Intrepid Museum. Gift of Micheal D. Smith, GS3 (SS), USS Growler (SSG-577). A2018.36

Object numberA2018.36

DescriptionExtent: 1 folder

Correspondence;
Letters, two (2), from Captain R.E. Crawford to Michael Smith’s parents
- September 26, 1960; letter to Smith's parents that talks about the training Smith is doing, that he is doing well and that the submarine USS Growler will be going on "an extended training cruise during the winter and spring."
- March 16, 1961; letter to Smith's parents explaining that Smith will be unable to contact his parents while Growler is on patrol.
Envelope; addressed to "Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth H. Smith // 439 West Twain // Fresno 4, California" from "Navy Department // USS Growler (SSG 577) // c/o Fleet Post Office // San Francisco, California // Official Business."

Clipping, Magazine; Three (3) clippings from Patrol magazine:
- “The Story of USS Growler,” July 1, 1961
- “USS Growler Returns to Pearl Harbor,” no date
- “Additional Missile Launcher – USS Growler (SSG-577),” August 29, 1959

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