Class of 1955
                                 Fifty-year History
         
         134 Great Lake Drive
         Annapolis, MD 21403
         410-28x-9799
         
         
         June 20, 2002
         
         United States Naval Academy Class of 1955
         
         Subject:  Fifty-year Class Yearbook
         
         Dear Classmate:
         
         We are getting the ball rolling on producing a publication to commemorate our 50th reunion in
         2005. Because technologies have changed so rapidly, a publication today can take many forms.
         For example, through the Internet and computer networks, many more of us can exchange
         information and participate in contributing to the class history.
         
         How should we feature our class and are you willing to take part?
         
         We have an opportunity of producing a class history book worthy of passing along to our children
         and grandchildren. So many of our classmates have unselfishly taken part in so many different
         contributions to our class and to others. Furthermore, some have gained world renown and
         notoriety.
         
         As you are aware, we started together at the Academy, endured difficulties, enjoyed successes,
         and worked hard for four years. Then we scattered on graduation day to the four winds. So as a
         class 50 years later, we propose to record what we have done to make our history unique and
         worth writing about.
         
         We have four fifty-year history book volunteers who are debating alternative concepts for goals
         and content. We have reviewed the approaches and contents of several other USNA class
         histories and our own class’ 15-year and 30-year books. We want to incorporate many of the
         features in these publications.
         
         More importantlv. we want YOUR input on the list of items included on the attachment (page 2).
         
          1.  Please give us your ideas. We desperately need your help to research, organize and find
            material. (Please send the completed form and your ideas to me at the above address or to
            my email address: hartleyholte@hotmail.com)
          2.  We ask for your help in locating classmates who we have lost track.
          3.  Check the topics on the attachment that you feel are appropriate for the history book.
          4.  Add items that you believe are important.
          5.  Send contributions that you already have.
          6.  Volunteer if you can as a company representative, researcher, or writer.
          7.  Send your response no later than July 31, 2002. Include your email address, home address,
            and telephone number.
         
         Sincerely,
         
         
         
         Hartley Holte, Chairman
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                                    Class of 1955
                                Fifty-year History

Contents of Fifty-year History of USNA Class of 1955
1. Check Yes or No for each topic.
2. Circle one or more of the available volunteer assignments.
3. Circle your choice of media.
Year Book Topic
 Yes
 No
Year Book Topic
 Yes
 No
Introduction:

Why this book? General summary of the class. General contents. Hank Mustin speech to class of 2005. Forward by Key People (see 30-year book)


Biographies:

Full summary biography for all classmates. Partial biography from 15- or 30-year books.
Tribute:

Died on active duty (see 30-year book)



References:

Supplemental material and credits for contributions.

The Academy Years: 

Set the stage for careers that followed. 
Where did we come from? What 
characterized our training, Midshipman 
experiences, and education? 


Special People:

Mentors (Academy Officers, Professors, and honorary class members) who went into the services of foreign countries.

Courage:

Descriptions of our classmates highest
awards for valor.


 Available Volunteer Assignments:

1. Company representative (bird  dog) to gather information from classmates.
2. Writer
3. Graphics Support
4. Researcher
5. Editorial support



Flag/General Officers:

Brief summary, rank and positions of 
each senior level officer, for example, 
Admiral, Commodore, and General. 


Second Careers:

Brief summary of distinguished second
careers, for example Corporate CEO, Doctor, Lawyer, or Indian Chief



Choice of Fifty-year History Media

1. Hard bound book
2. Soft bound book (PDF)
3. Compact Disk or Diskette

Legacy:

Description of major class and individual participation in activities that have promoted and supported the Naval Academy.





Anecdotes, Sea Stories, and Vignettes:

Brief personal stories of events and activities of interest.







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