United States Merchant Marine Academy - Midships Yearbook (Kings Point, NY)

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King Neptune The sailors of antiquity have always been sure to pay due respect to Neptune, the ruler of the seas and the deep. Doing so would guarantee “fair winds and following seas,” much preferred over the tempestuous voyage whic could result otherwise. The Faculty and Staff at Kings Point are the ones who share their wealth of experience and volumes of knowledge with midshipmen every day. And, like King Neptune, crossing them could result in a long and arduous journey. 24

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M .w ■}t Sgt. Klonis fought in Africa during Operation Torch, and later invaded Sicily with the Third Infantry Division. While still fighting in Italy, he was transferred to England for the upcoming invasion of France. Angelos landed with the first waves at Omaha Beach, and continued fighting in Normandy, and later the Battle of the Bulge. He also performed a mission in Saipan before the war’s conclusion. His war record is too extensive to be justly covered here, and a,book on his experiences is currently in the works. Sgt. Klonis’ experiences during WWII took a heavy toll on him, yet he was able to instill his son. Kings Point’s Lt. Klonis, with a deep sense of duty, which he carries with him to this day. His life and patriotism core value truly in keeping withrfhe Academy’s service above self. -• Jmk' fi asta zi jw. ogi. Klonis and fellow-soldiers in England prior to D-Day, :• •- j r. W. Eugene Smith 1918-1978 Above: A 2002 U.S. postage stamp depicting a W. Eugene Smith photograph of Sgt. Klonis.

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Faculty Staff