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Howard W. West Sr. Timeline

Posted on June 29, 2013 by Lorelle VanFossen

I’ve had some challenges researching long lost relatives, but the mysteries and myths in and around my grandfather, Howard W. West Sr., continue to amaze as I dig through his history. The following is what I have at the time … Continue reading →


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1925 Santa Barbara Earthquake – US Marines on Guard

Posted on July 19, 2006 by Lorelle VanFossen

On June 29, 1925, an earthquake shook most of the city and surrounding area of Santa Barbara, California, almost to the ground. On the Pacific Coast, backed by the Santa Ynez Mountains, and part of the famous California earthquake zone, … Continue reading →


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Howard William West – USS Arizona Log Book 1924-1925

Posted on May 26, 2006 by Lorelle VanFossen

The USS Arizona was officially launched from Virginian on April 3, 1917, where “she cleared the yard on that date for Norfolk, arriving there on the following day to join Battleship Division 8.” World War I had her staying close … Continue reading →


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