The USS Halfbeak Association was officially formed at the Halfbeak Reunion on June 29, 2002, by the adoption of our (then proposed) by-laws.  The purpose of our organization is three fold.  First, to maintain camaraderie among former crewmembers, officers and enlisted, who honorably served on board the USS Halfbeak (SS-352).  Second, to plan, schedule and conduct periodic reunions for all living shipmates, spouses, families, friends, and widows…including families and friends of those shipmates no longer with us.  Third, to provide an opportunity to renew old acquaintances and pay devotional respects to memories of deceased shipmates.

In order to have a strong, active organization we need the support of as many shipmates as possible.  Our goal is 100% affiliation.  If you are not a member yet, there is no better time than now to join.  Please take the time to fill out our membership application and send it in to our association secretary with your dues.

All USS Halfbeak Association dues money is used to cover our administrative costs, such as postage, office supplies, newsletter publication, and website maintenance.  Our mission is to keep all of our shipmates, spouses, widows, honorary members, and associate members informed of all our association activities.  This will ultimately preserve the memory of the USS Halfbeak.  Your help will be greatly appreciated.

Sincerely,

Joe “Duck” Hegyi

Commander, USS Halfbeak Association