[Roundsworth]

I was a Plankowner on Missouri. I was there for everything (including Cher's video all over a fresh coat of paint) but the last trip to Pearl. I arrived in December of 1985 and left in September of 1991. I spent the entire time in Turret One. First, as Damage Control Petty Officer, and the last 3 years as Turret Captain. If it had been possible, I would have done my whole 20 on her. We expended lotsa powder! A standard service charge was 660 pounds of propellant with a 1900 or 2700 pound projectile. It was a rush when a gun recoiled 4 feet, right at you! We shot pert near 300 rounds during Desert Storm, just from Turret One. The RD rate went away long before my time. They combined with others to become OS, Operations Specialist. My hat is off to the 'Tin Can' man. I don't think my stomach would have done so well on one! Cheers!