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We stopped in Hawaii for repairs on our return home.  It was the only liberty (outside of boot camp) that I had during my entire 3 year service.  I looked up my cousin Don McCaffee who was an naval officer (Doctor) and he was able to get me off the ship.  He was able to get me into the officers quarters and I stayed there with him for 2 or 3 weeks while the ship was being repaired.  We attended church and it was the only church I was able to attend in the 3 years I was at sea. Note the 2 stripes on my shoulder  indicating my rank as quartermaster 2nd class.  I was homeward bound.  This is the only time I ever wore this uniform.