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Article: MTMC remembers Bob Hope.
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- Translog
- Article date:
- September 22, 2003
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As the USNS Bob Hope moved through the Gulf of Oman on July 27 bound for Savannah, Ga., news came of the passing of comedian Bob Hope--the ship's namesake.
The ship's master, Capt. Dave Henderson, ordered the flying of a second United States flag in honor of the legendary entertainer.
"He was such an amazing man, and we are so lucky to work on a ship that carries his name" said Henderson. "We plan to send the flag we flew to his family in California."
The Bob Hope was christened in 1997. Typically, the Large, Medium-Speed, Roll-on/Roll-off ships are named after Medal of Honor recipients. Bob Hope, who entertained military service members ...