Free Republic

Bremerton, WA. -- A special ceremony was held at the Puget Sound Navy Museum on Aug. 24, to dedicate the sail from the decommissioned submarine USS Parche (SSN 683). “This sail will forever be a tangible and enduring monument which will be used to share [with] our friends and families for all generations,” said Will Longman, chairmen of the Parche Association. “This monument will continue to be part of our lives and it is important to preserve naval history.” The dedication ceremony was sponsored by the Parche Association to preserve the sail and establish the museum exhibit. Retired Rear Adm....