The USS Samuel Gompers AD-37 Was a destroyer tender (repair ship) named in honor of AFLCIO labor leader Samuel Gompers. The Gompers had a long and distinguished history. The ship was stationed on the west coast of the US in San Diego and Alameda California and in 1979, was one of the first US Naval vessels to have female sailors permanently station on board. It is estimated that more that 30,000 sailors served aboard this ship. 

   This site is dedicated to reuniting as many of those shipmates as possible. Now that we are officially associated with the New Crewmembers Association we are also focused on informing our members of upcoming events and news. Please join us if you served on the decks of the Fat Sam!

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