Charles W. Cushman CDR, USN

CDR Cushman was born long ago at Mare Island Naval Shipyard. He is a graduate of Valley Forge Military Academy and was commissioned through the Officer Candidate Program at Officer Candidate School, Newport, R.I. CDR. Cushman's sea duty includes tours aboard USS DALE (CG-19), USS EDWARD MCDONNELL (FF-1043), USS FISKE (DD-842), and USS SARATOGA (CV-60). He assumed duties as Executive Officer on USS BREWTON in September 1981. His decorations include the Navy Commendation Medal, Navy Achievement Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation, and various service and campaign awards.

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