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Leaves U.S.S. MidwayCmdr. Cassidy Presented Navy ComendationCommander Robert E. Cassidy, Dental Corps, U.S. Navy has been transferred to the Dental Dept., Naval Station, Treasure Island, San Francisco, California, from the USS Midway (CVA-41) aftermany outstanding individual .achievements during his tour of duty on this carrier.While on duty on the USSMidway, Comdr. Cassidy received many honors, citations and decorations, including a citation from the Commander of the Seventh Fleet, Vice Admiral J.L. Halloway III, U.S.N., ‘‘For outstanding performance of duty while attached to and serving in the USS Midway (CVA-41) as dental officer during combat operations. ” ••Commander Cassidy's skill and judgement contributed significantly and directly to the successful accomplishment of the ship's mission and to the United States effort in the Republic of Vietnam.”The Navy Commendation Medal from the Secretary of the Navy was also presented to Commander Cassidy “For meritorious achievement as Senior Dental Officer while attached to and serving in USS Midway (CVA-1) from 10 April 1972 to 15 January 1973 during combat operations. Cmdr. Cassidy's leadership, professionalism and devotion to duty reflected great credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.”A letter of Appreciation from R E. Faucett, Director and Commanding Officer, Naval Regional Medical Center, Oakland, California,Cmdr. Robert E. CassidyDental Corps, US Navywas received by Cmdr. Cassidy which in part says,“On behalf of this command and all 26 repatriates, 1 express my personal gratitude to you for your genuine concern of patient care given to this fcpct group during operation Homecoming”.Cmdr. Cassinv makes his home in Pleasanton, California, where he resides with his wife, Paula (Fay) and their three children, Douglas, Shawn, and Carlene. His parents are Dr. and Mrs. Arthilr E. Cassidy who live on Washington Ave.. Winthrop.
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The Sun Transcript
Winthrop, Massachusetts, US
Wed, Oct 03, 1973
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