Dear Mr. Huber,

A number of events and realizations have come to light recently prompting this email. Allow me to introduce myself, I am Ken Randall - grandson of the late Capt. H.E. Randall who, according to your web history page, was the second CO of the USS Virgo.

A friend, and amateur military historian, pointed out my grandfathers dubious part in the Mr. Roberts connection to the USS Virgo. After seeing a picture of the ship and my grandfather handing on my wall, I thought you may be interested in memorabilia from both the ship and her second Captain.                                           

I also have a number of questions and a genuine interest in military history and specifically my grandfather, and fathers role in history. Captain Randall's son, my father Herbert E. Randall Jr. was also a Navy Sea Bee during the War effort. My father passed away recently and I discovered a number of papers.

Finally, I was taking my son to the Tampa Aquarium today and discovered the nearby SS American Victory ship exhibit docked and open for tours. Seeing the ship and telling my 5 year old about his great grandfather got me thinking about Virgo and prompted this email.

I would enjoy emailing or chatting if you have some time.

Ken Randall
Charlotte, NC
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