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NH 69900 Frank S. Haak, Captain, USN

Frank S. Haak, Captain, USN
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Title: Frank S. Haak, Captain, USN
Caption: Portrait photo. Captain Haak was commissioned in June 1945 after graduating from the Naval Academy. As an ensign, he commanded three minesweepers in the Pacific and served aboard USS BORDELON (DD-881) prior to reporting for flight training in 1948. He served aviation tours with various squadrons aboard USS TICONDEROGA (CVA-14) and USS MIDWAY (CVA-41). From 1965-1966 he was Executive Officer of USS FORRESTAL (CVA-59). Other duty assignments have included staff tours and billets with the Office of the Secretary of the Navy. On 9 November 1967 he assumed command of USS POINT DEFIANCE (LSD-31).
Description: Courtesy of USS CARTER HALL (LSD-3), 1970.
Catalog #: NH 69900
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Original Medium: BW Photo
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