First of all, great website. Neat to see the pictures and the history of the ENDURANCE.

You probably are not aware that the mine force has implemented a rotational crew concept again. This time instead of utilizing detachments, each crew has adopted a former MSO name. Our crew, officially called MHC CREW KILO, has selected ENDURANCE, and will soon be officially referred to as CREW ENDURANCE.

We are currently embarked on USS HERON (MHC 52) in Ingleside, Texas. Since we just rotated to the HERON hull, we are trying to gather some photos or memorabilia to redecorate the mess decks. The Navy Historical Archives has only four photos of MSO-435. However, what was so neat about your site was the photos of the sailors, as that is what makes a ship come to life. We would like to capture that history and comraderie for our crew.

In closing, I would like to ask if these photos were available to be scanned at a much higher resolution to allow printing and framing for display on the messdecks. Additionally, I would like to offer any assistance to you and your organization that may support your desire to document and chronicle the contributions and fun times that the mine forces have enjoyed.

Very respectfully,
LCDR Blaine Parkerson
Executive Officer