California (CGN 36) - Naval Cruise Book

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F-.FWHM I was conceived in freedom and, God Willing, in freedom I Will spend the rest of my days. May I possess always the integrity, the courage, and the strength to keep myself unshackled, to remain the citadel of freedom, and the beacon of strength to the rest of the World. This is my goal, my hope, my prayer. A symbol of Liberty and Strength. l have persevered and carried my message throughout the world, for I am the American Flag. God Bless America. My W

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Kuwait Liberation Medal and various other campaign ribbons. Master Chief Bowers and his wife, Janett, married since 1971, have four children, Scott, Charity, Janett and Tina and two grandsons, Rykerr and Justyn. The love and understanding of his family throughout twenty two years of service to include twelve major deployments, has made it possible for him to make the U.S. Navy a career. gin! 'X J 1 -

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