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	USS Alaska (CB-1) -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		The third USS Alaska (CB-1) was an (Click link for more info and facts about Alaska-class) Alaska-class large (A large fast warship; smaller than a battleship and larger than a destroyer) cruiser of the (The navy of the United States of America; maintains and trains and equips combat-ready naval forces) United States Navy.
		On 22 March, Alaska's part in the escort of the damaged Franklin was complete, and she rejoined TG 58.4, fueling that same day from Chicopee.
		Alaska was awarded three (Click link for more info and facts about battle star) battle stars for her World War II service.
	www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/u/us/uss_alaska_(cb-1)4.htm (2510 words)

	Alaska - Open Encyclopedia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Alaska is the only state that is both in North America and not part of the 48 contiguous states.
		Alaska has no counties in the sense used in the rest of the country; however, the state is divided into 27 census areas and boroughs.
		Some of Alaska is connected by roads (and sometimes a tunnel) to the highways of Canada and of the rest of the United States.
	open-encyclopedia.com /Alaska (1293 words)

	USS Alaska CB-1
		Alaska sailed for the Japanese home islands as part uf TG 58.5 on 10 February 1945, assigned the mission of screening the aircraft carriers Saratoga (CV-3) and Enterprise (CV-6) as they carried out night air strikes against Tokyo and its airfields.
		Composed of Alaska, her sister ship Guam (CB-2), the heavy cruiser Pittsburgh (CA-72), the light cruiser Santa Fe (CL 60) and three destroyer divisions, TU 58.2.9 drew the duty of screening the damaged "Big Ben," as Franklin had been affectionately nicknamed by her crew.
		On 22 March, Alaska's part in the escort of the damaged Franklin was complete, and she rejoined TG 58.4, fueling that same day from Chicopee (AO-34).
	www.multied.com /Navy/cruiser/Alaska.html (2741 words)

	USS Alaska (SSBN 732)
		USS ALASKA arrived at its new homeport in October 1986 and the Blue Crew conducted the first Strategic Deterrent Patrol in early 1987.
		Alaska's total area - 586,400 square miles - is one- fifth the size of the rest of the United States put together and twice the size of Texas.
		Purchased from Russia in 1867, Alaska became a judicial land district in 1884 and a territory in 1912.
	navysite.de /ssbn/ssbn732.htm (541 words)

	USS Alaska (CB-1) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		The third USS Alaska (CB-1) was one of a class of two "large cruisers" in the United States Navy, a design with a main battery much heavier than than of normal heavy cruisers, but lighter and faster than a battleship.
		Alaska sailed for the Japanese home islands as part of TG 58.5 on 10 February 1945, assigned the mission of screening the aircraft carriers Saratoga (CV-3) and Enterprise (CV-6) as they carried out night air strikes against Tokyo and its airfields.
		On 22 March, Alaska's part in the escort of the damaged Franklin was complete, and she rejoined TG 58.4, fueling that same day from Chicopee (A0-34).
	www.city-search.org /us/uss-alaska-(cb-1).html (3178 words)

	USN Ships--USS Alaska (CB-1)
		USS Alaska, the first of the 27,500-ton Alaska class large cruisers, was built at Camden, New Jersey, and was commissioned in June 1944.
		After shakedown training in Chesapeake Bay and in the Caribbean with USS Missouri (BB-63), she sailed for the Pacific in December 1944 and joined the fast carrier task forces at Ulithi two months later.
		USS Alaska was decommissioned at Bayonne, New Jersey in February 1947, and remained there until sold for scrapping in June 1960.
	www.history.navy.mil /photos/sh-usn/usnsh-a/cb1.htm (519 words)

	USS Alaska - Samek 1/700
		USS Alaska was laid down on 16 December 1941, launched 15 August 1943 and commissioned 17 June 1944.
		The Alaska looks to be a straightforward build with no surprises, and anyone with any experience building resin ships will have no problem building this kit.
		For those interested in larger warships, the Samek Alaska is a unique model of an equally unique ship and will build into a handsome model that will find a prized place in any collection.
	www.smmlonline.com /reviews/models/uss_alaska/Samek_Alaska.html (511 words)

	DANFS: USS Alaska (CB-1)
		The third Alaska (CB-1)--the first of a class of "large cruisers" designed as a compromise to achieve a fast cruiser with a relatively heavy main battery--was laid down on 17 December 1941 at Camden, N.J., by the New York Shipbuilding Corp.; launched on 15 August 1943; sponsored by Mrs.
		Ernest Gruening, wife of the Governor of Alaska; and commissioned at the Philadelphia Navy Yard on 17 June 1944, Captain P. Fischler in command.
		Alaska supported the landing of Army occupation troops at Jinsen, and remained at that port until 26 September, on which date she sailed fro Tsingtao, China, making port he following day.
	www.ibiblio.org /hyperwar/USN/ships/danfs/CB/cb1.html (2696 words)

	USS Alaska -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		USS Alaska in honor of (Click link for more info and facts about the 49th state) the 49th state.
		The first USS Alaska, was a wooden-hulled screw sloop-of-war that saw numerous small actions between the (Civil war in the United States between the North and the South; 1861-1865) American Civil War and the (Click link for more info and facts about Mexican-American War) Mexican-American War.
		The fourth (Click link for more info and facts about USS Alaska (SSBN-732)) USS Alaska (SSBN-732) is an (Click link for more info and facts about Ohio-class) Ohio-class ballistic missile (A submersible warship usually armed with torpedoes) submarine.
	www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/U/US/USS_Alaska2.htm (137 words)

	Samek 1/700 Resin USS Alaska
		During the 1930s the large cruiser with heavy guns was in vogue among the navies of the world, and the United States was no exception.
		These were to be as large as a battleship, have slightly lighter armament than contemporary battleships, and a cruiser's speed.
		The the time they were built, the threat of the Japanese ships was shown to be non-existant, and the only two ships completed (Alaska and Guam), were to be used as escorts for the fast aircraft carriers and fors shore bombardment.
	www.internetmodeler.com /2001/may/first-looks/Samek_Alaska.htm (549 words)

	Alaska is Back Trident D5 Reaches the Pacific aboard USS Alaska (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Prior to commencing, the Alaska Blue and Gold crews were combined into a single team for satisfying mandatory training and recertification requirements, conducting ship’s force periodic maintenance, and providing the support required by the project management team during the yard period.
		The USS Henry M. Jackson (SSBN-730) and the USS Alabama (SSBN-731) are currently scheduled to receive Trident II D5 backfits as part of their refueling overhauls in FY05 and FY06 respectively.
		Alaska’s Blue crew successfully executed the DASO that marked the beginning of the end of the TRIDENT C4 missile era, but it was the culmination of months of preparation by members of both the Blue and Gold crews, who participated in the design, planning, execution and testing associated with the first Trident II D5 backfit.
	www.chinfo.navy.mil /navpalib/cno/n87/usw/issue_17/alaskal.html (2124 words)

	USS Alaska Sailors Complete Unique Snapshot Training (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Alaska is the only submarine in the Navy to have this type of qualifying process for their crew members.
		Even though Alaska is the only submarine in the Navy to have this process, the crew has accepted it with open arms.
		Snapshot gives Alaska Sailors the opportunity to show their shipmates that they can be counted on to help save the ship.
	www.news.navy.mil /search/display.asp?story_id=11427 (770 words)

	Governor Frank Murkowski
		The USS ALASKA and her valiant crews have conducted over 54 strategic deterrence patrols since the ship was commissioned on January 25, 1986.
		The USS ALASKA is a crucial part of one of the Navy’s highest priority programs, providing a survivable and dependable cornerstone of national security.
		The City of Seward is the honorary homeport for the USS ALASKA’S Blue Crew and the City of Fairbanks is the honorary homeport of the USS ALASKA’S Gold Crew.
	www.gov.state.ak.us /proclamations.php?id=1567 (260 words)

	USS Missouri (BB 63)
		Alaska is at the top and Missouri is at the bottom.
		Note the K-type blimp overhead and the new battlecruiser USS Alaska (CB 1) in the background.
		Looking over the quad 40mm Bofors mount atop Turret II during her shakedown cruise (the forward turrets are trained to port.) Note the camouflage pattern on the deck and battlecruiser USS Alaska (CB 1) is in the background.
	www.geocities.com /ziggyfoos/Missouri.html (952 words)

	USS Gettysburg Supports USS Alaska in Missile Launch
		Official U.S. Navy file photo of USS Alaska (SSBN 732) at the explosives handling wharf at Naval Submarine Base, Bangor, Washington.
		Once the overhaul was complete, Alaska made the journey from its homeport of Bangor, Wash. to Port Canaveral for the test firing of the new missile.
		At approximately 4:50 p.m., USS Alaska successfully launched the D5 Trident II missile.
	www.navy.mil /search/display.asp?story_id=1408 (374 words)

	USS Alaska Blue Crew Changes Command
		SILVERDALE, Wash. (NNS) -- Family, friends, distinguished guests and the crew of USS Alaska (SSBN 732) BLUE gathered at the Naval Undersea Warfare Museum in Keyport to witness Cmdr. Warren Belt turn over leadership of the fleet ballistic missile submarine to Cmdr. Robert James III during a traditional change of command ceremony June 4.
		Alaska is the only ship in the Pacific Fleet to have four consecutive retention honor roll listings, and they participated in the first Trident missile conversion and the first Trident II strategic deterrent patrol in the Pacific.
		The dramatic improvements made in all areas as the ship transitioned from an extended shipyard period to one of the best operating ships in the fleet is a testament to the capabilities of Cmdr. Belt and each and every sailor of BLUE crew,” said Schuetz.
	www.news.navy.mil /search/display.asp?story_id=13752 (586 words)

	SSBN 732 Alaska
		USS ALASKA (SSBN 732) is the seventh TRIDENT Class Nuclear Powered Fleet Ballistic Missile Submarine and the fourth United States Navy ship to bear the name.
		The second Alaska, built as a steam fishing vessel in 1881, was chartered by the Navy in September, 1918.
		The third Alaska (CB-1) joined the fleet in 1944 and saw combat service in the final months of World War II as part of the Pacific Fleet.
	www.globalsecurity.org /wmd/agency/ssbn-732.htm (388 words)

	DOWNLINK (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		USS Alaska (SSBN-732) conducted an SSBN Continuity of Operations Exercise (SCOOPEX) during her visit to Seward, Alaska during Northern Edge ’99.
		On a recent visit to Singapore, USS Columbus (SSN-762) provided a tour and towing demonstration for pilots of the Singapore Maritime Port Authority and held a submariner- to-submariner professional engagement with officers of the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN).
		USS Frank Cable (AS-40) was selected as the fiscal year 1998 CINCPACFLT Annual Pricefighter Program Excellence Award winner in the Large Afloat Customer Activity category.
	www.chinfo.navy.mil /navpalib/cno/n87/usw/issue_4/downlink.html (1030 words)

	The Northwest Navigator > Kitsap > Alaska earns DUI free award
		From left, Cmdr. Robert James, commanding officer USS Alaska (SSBN 732)(BLUE); MTCM (SS) David Smith, chief of the boat; ETC Jeff Boyles, command DAPA, Lt. Cmdr.
		The officers and crew of USS Alaska (SSBN 732 BLUE) were awarded the DUI free for 12 months award at a ceremony held recently.
		Responsible driving is something that they took on board, embraced and accomplished by looking out for each other while at work and more importantly while on liberty and leave,” said Cmdr. Robert James, commanding officer.
	www.northwestnavigator.com /index.php/navigator/kitsap/alaska_earns_dui_free_award (390 words)

	USS Alaska CB-01, Battleship Development
		The 12 inch/50 guns were a new design and, because they were unique among wartime US ships, they were the most expensive heavy US guns of their period.
		The initial Alaska design called for eight guns in two triple and one twin turret, and the design finally adopted (three triples) was justified in part because it would simplify turret production.
		Armour was designed to assure immunity against the 12 inch 1140 lb shell between 18,000 and 24,000 yards at target angle of 60° - a requirement typical of prewar cruiser practice.
	www.geocities.com /batdev/alaskacb-01class.html (633 words)

	The USS Alaska CB-1
		Dedication: This site is dedicated to the memory of our fathers, brothers, sons and daughters who have fought in all wars past and present, and given up their lives in the protection of our country, our flag, and our freedoms.
		the 27,500-ton Alaska class large cruisers, was built at Camden, New Jersey, and was commissioned in June 1944.
		The USS ALASKA PHOTO GALLERY has photos of the 1997 - 2003 annual reunions.
	www.ussalaskacb-1.com (367 words)

	ISAlaska
		It should be noted that in evaluating the Iron Shipwright USS Alaska I referred to
		At Virginia Beach I had the opportunity to see a semi-built USS Alaska at ISW’s table, and it appeared to go together rather easily.
		The two piece full-hull version of the USS Alaska sells for $325, the waterline version $290.
	www.steelnavy.com /ISAlaska.htm (595 words)

	Warship Pictures
		Battleship USS Wisconsin as she appeared at the end of World War II (Official U.S. Navy photograph).
		Battleship USS Wisconsin on builders trials, 1988 (Photo by Ingalls Shipbuilding as it appeared in the "Wisconsin Homepage") Scanned and contributed by Mike Green.
		Battleship USS South Dakota in 1942, one of the "short hulled" class.
	www.chuckhawks.com /warship_pictures.htm (779 words)

	USN Ships--USS Alaska (CB-1)--Actions & Activities
		USS Alaska (CB-1) is in the center background, with a destroyer beyond her.
		Maneuvers in front of USS Missouri (BB-63) during their shakedown cruise, circa August 1944.
		Halftone photo of Guam with her sister Alaska (CB-1) at anchor off the China coast in late August or early September 1945.
	www.history.navy.mil /photos/sh-usn/usnsh-a/cb1-k.htm (431 words)

	Navy Submarine Cap (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		USS City of Corpus Christi — SSN 705
		The US Navy "Old Salt" Cap is a 100% Cotton 6-Panel adjustable Ball Cap embroided with the Name and Hull Number of a US Navy Submarine.
		Enjoy a quality 100% Cotton Golf Shirt embroidered with Silver Dolphins and the Name and Hull Number from a Submarine on the left chest.
	www.priorservice.com /navsubcap.html (164 words)

	USS Alaska (SSBN-732) -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		USS Alaska (SSBN-732) -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article
		Catherine Stevens, and (Click link for more info and facts about commissioned) commissioned on 25 January 1986, with Captain P.L.Callahan in command of the Blue Crew and Captain C.J. Chotvacs in command of the Gold Crew.
		See (Click link for more info and facts about USS Alaska) USS Alaska for other ships of the same name.
	www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/U/US/USS_Alaska_(SSBN-732)6.htm (136 words)

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