U.S. Navy Boot Camp Yearbook 1964 – Company 313 (The Anchor, San Diego)
Roster and Photos for Recruit Company 313 for 1964, United States Naval Training Center, San Diego, California. Company Commander: C. Bryant, Jr., GMG1. 71 Men Graduated. | GGA Image ID # 235a624ea1
📖 Review & Summary
The 1964 Navy Boot Camp Yearbook, Company 313, “The Anchor” (San Diego), is a valuable artifact documenting 71 recruits who trained during the Cold War era. This yearbook not only preserves faces and names but also captures the Navy’s emphasis on discipline, honor, and achievement at the height of America’s global naval presence.
For teachers and students, the book provides a lens into military life during the 1960s, bridging the Korean War generation and those soon to serve in Vietnam. For genealogists, it is an indispensable resource, with detailed rosters linking names to hometowns. For historians, the honors and awards captured in photos illustrate the Navy’s recognition of academic excellence, leadership, and esprit de corps. Veterans and their families will also find pride in seeing achievements such as the American Spirit Honor Medal and Efficiency Awards.
Company 64-313 Leadership
- Battalion Commander: LTJG V. L. DRAKE, USNR
- Company Commander: C. BRYANT JR. , GMG1
Company 64-313 Recruit Roster
Company 64-313 Recruits, Page 1 (CMG1 C. Bryant, Jr., LTJG V. L. Drake, RCPO E. L. Foster, Honorman T. L.Rockey, and Recruits (L. R. Anderson-Jack Bradle).
- E. L. FOSTER
Recruit Chief Petty Officer
- T. L. ROCKEY
Honorman - L. R. Anderson
Prescott, AZ - D. Argue, Jr.
Port Barre, LA - M. D. Banks
Sanford, MI - C. E. Barber
Lake Sawyer, MI - David D. Bacon
Hope, MI - H. P. Bowles
Atlanta, GA - James P. Boyd
Oklahoma City, OK - Jack Bradle
Tucson, AZ
Company 64-313 Recruits, Page 2 (R. A. Brown-M. E. Grant)
- R. A. Brown
Pampa, TX - W. P. Bullard
Augusta, GA - Charles D. Byrd
Clayton, NC - A. W. Courcelle
New Orleans, LA - D. D. Conner
Harrah, OK - L. R. Conley
Phoenix, AZ - Donald E. Cowan
Rochester, WA - S. J. Coleman
Los Cruces, N. M. - E. H. Comfort
New Orleans, LA - J. R. Collins
Selma, NC - E. S. Crozier
Easton, WA - W. A. Devoll
Vallejo, CA - E. N. Driggers
Tyty, GA - S. H. Effinger
East Alton, IL - H. P. Falterman, Jr.
Gretna, LA - B. J. Fields
Crows Landing, CA - D. P. Frankus
Phoenix, AZ - W. M. George
Weathford, TX - Theral Golden
Vinton, LA - M. E. Grant
Fitzgerald, GA
Company 64-313 Recruits, Page 3 (Don R. Guidry-Calvin Miller)
- Don R. Guidry
Sulphur, LA - L. E. Hall, Jr.
Concord, CA - J. W. Hawles
Sebastopol, CA - Leawood Harris
Columbus, MS - R. L. Heath
Vinton, LA - Charles R. Higgs
Phoenix, AZ - K. L. Hinds
Burleson, TX - J. A. Hingston
Burlington, WA - A. D. Holden
Scottsdale, AZ - B. E. Holien
Olympia, WA - David L. Hunt
Atlanta, GA - A. D. Inscoe
Louisburg, NC - M. L. Kitchen
Phoenix, AZ - Paul Kuhn
Spurger, TX - D. E. Lilly
Westley, CA - J. R. Mayfield
San Francisco, CA - L. E. Martin
Grand Prairie, TX - L. E. McBrearty, Jr.
Dallas, TX - E. V. Mills
Walnut Creek, CA - Calvin Miller
Spartanburg, SC
Company 64-313 Recruits, Page 4 (David A. Morgan-D. L. Williams)
- David A. Morgan
Yakima, WA - J. L. Morris
Selma, NC - D. L. Nickel
- L. W. Peck
Bethel Island, CA - A. R. Peterson
Petaluma, CA - R. Pina, Jr.
Los Angeles, CA - L. Reyes, Jr.
Menlo Park, CA - D. M. Rutenchroer
Gardenia, CA - P. N. Salmon
Bogart, GA - J. C. Shinault
Dearborn, MI - Dennis L. Skog
Alderwood, WA - Lon D. Smith
Omaha, NE - Manuel A. Soto
Phoenix, AZ - W. F. Swanson
Louisburg, NC - James E. Thayer
Phoenix, AZ - J. E. Tomberlin
Sumner, GA - D. F. Vincent
Henderson, NV - W. T. Waddell
Piere, SD - T. D. Warren
Tyler, TX - D. L. Williams
Palo Alto, CA
Company 64-313 Recruits, Page 5 (Galen L. Young)
- Galen L. Young
Fort Worth, TX
Company Commander C. Bryant, Jr. , GMG1 and Petty Officers - 24 August 1964. | GGA Image ID # 23595c184f. Click to View a Larger Image.
Company 64-313 Honors and Awards. | GGA Image ID # 235937a95a. Click to View a Larger Image.
Captions for GGA Image ID # 235937a95a
- Top Row, Right
Honorman: T. L. ROCKEY - Top Row, Left
Academic Award: R. L. HEATH
- Middle Row, Left
Outstanding Recruit: MICHAEL E. GRANT
- Middle Row, Center
Outstanding Recruit: CALVIN MILLER
- Middle Row, Right
Commander Houston Congratulates Company Commander GMG1 C. Bryant, Jr. as Battalion Commander LtJG V. L. Drake Looks On. - Bottom Row, Left
Cdr Houston Presents Brigade Award. - Bottom Row, Center
American Spirit Honor Medal Being Presented to Philip N. Salmon by Mr. Anderson Borthwick. - Bottom Row, Right
American Spirit Honor Medal Winner Philip N. Salmon Being Congratulated by Mr. Anderson Borthwick.
INavy Boot Camp Recruit Photos - Company 64-313
Company 64-313 Recruits, Page 1 (CMG1 C. Bryant, Jr., LTJG V. L. Drake, RCPO E. L. Foster, Honorman T. L.Rockey, and Recruits (L. R. Anderson-Jack Bradle). | GGA Image ID # 2359a2bbf6. Click to View a Larger Image.
Company 64-313 Recruits, Page 2 (R. A. Brown-M. E. Grant). | GGA Image ID # 2359c73917. Clcik to View a Larger Image.
Company 64-313 Recruits, Page 3 (Don R. Guidry-Calvin Miller). | GGA Image ID # 2359cc8ac4. Click to View a Larger Image.
Company 64-313 Recruits, Page 4 (David A. Morgan-D. L. Williams). | GGA Image ID # 2359f6bb97. Click to View a Larger Image.
Company 64-313 Recruits, Page 5 (Galen L. Young). | GGA Image ID # 235a18cf8e. Click to View a Larger Image.
🌟 Noteworthy Images
1. Front Cover (GGA Image ID # 235a624ea1) – A classic yearbook design, symbolizing the pride of Company 313.
2. Company Commander & Petty Officers (GGA Image ID 23595c184f) – Shows GMG1 C. Bryant Jr. with his team on 24 August 1964, highlighting enlisted leadership.
3. Honors and Awards Page (GGA Image ID 235937a95a) – Features multiple recognitions, including Honorman T. L. Rockey and American Spirit Honor Medal recipient Philip N. Salmon.
4. Recruit Photo Pages (GGA Image IDs 2359a2bbf6 – 235a18cf8e) – Detailed rows of recruits with names and hometowns, invaluable for genealogists and researchers.
👥 Notable Individuals
T. L. Rockey (Honorman) – Honored for outstanding performance, reflecting discipline and leadership in recruit training.
R. L. Heath (Academic Award) – Recognized for scholastic excellence, underscoring the intellectual side of naval service.
Michael E. Grant & Calvin Miller (Outstanding Recruits) – Chosen for their exceptional contributions to the company.
Philip N. Salmon (American Spirit Honor Medal) – A prestigious award recognizing patriotism, leadership, and integrity, given only to one recruit per graduating company.
(Note: These men entered service at a time when the U.S. Navy was preparing for increased involvement in Vietnam; many likely continued into active fleet duty.)
📘 Key to Officer, NCO, or Enlisted Ranks
LTJG – Lieutenant, Junior Grade (O-2, junior commissioned officer).
GMG1 – Gunner’s Mate Guns, First Class (E-6, enlisted petty officer, weapons specialist).
RCPO – Recruit Chief Petty Officer (highest recruit leadership position in boot camp).
Honorman – Recruit recognized as best overall in company.
📖 Dictionary of Terms & Abbreviations
The Anchor – Title of San Diego’s boot camp yearbook.
Efficiency Award – Given to companies excelling in military drill, academics, and athletics.
American Spirit Honor Medal – Prestigious award for one recruit per company, representing honor, leadership, and patriotism.
Honorman – Recognition for the top-performing recruit.
Petty Officer – Enlisted leader responsible for small-unit leadership and technical expertise.
🎓 Educational Relevance
Teachers & Students – Use as a case study of Cold War–era military training and values.
Genealogists – Trace family members through rosters with names and hometowns.
Historians – Contextualize the role of the Navy in 1964 as America edged closer to Vietnam.
Veterans & Families – Provides a snapshot of young men at the beginning of their service.
Cite this Page
Researchers, students, and genealogists may use the following formats when citing this page:
- Chicago Style (17th ed.):
Gjenvick-Gjønvik Archives. 1964 U.S. Navy Boot Camp Yearbook | Company 313 “The Anchor” – San Diego. U.S. Naval Training Center, San Diego, California. Accessed September 17, 2025. https://www.ggarchives.com/Military/NavyArchives/USNTC/SanDiego-TheAnchor/1964-Company-313-Yearbook.html. - APA Style (7th ed.):
Gjenvick-Gjønvik Archives. (1964). 1964 U.S. Navy Boot Camp Yearbook | Company 313 “The Anchor” – San Diego. U.S. Naval Training Center, San Diego, California. Retrieved September 17, 2025, from https://www.ggarchives.com/Military/NavyArchives/USNTC/SanDiego-TheAnchor/1964-Company-313-Yearbook.html - MLA Style (9th ed.):
Gjenvick-Gjønvik Archives. 1964 U.S. Navy Boot Camp Yearbook | Company 313 “The Anchor” – San Diego. U.S. Naval Training Center, San Diego, California, 1964. GG Archives. Web. 17 Sept. 2025. <https://www.ggarchives.com/Military/NavyArchives/USNTC/SanDiego-TheAnchor/1964-Company-313-Yearbook.html>.
Classroom Use (Simplified Citation):
Gjenvick-Gjønvik Archives. 1964 U.S. Navy Boot Camp Yearbook | Company 313 “The Anchor” – San Diego. GG Archives.
Images Contributed by Phil Salmon
