Kerry graduated in 1966, and had already established his position against the Vietnam War.
Kerry was commissioned as an active-duty ensign in U.S. Naval Reserve, August 1966.
John Kerry served on the Gridley during what he refers to as his "first tour in Vietnam." The Gridley patrolled off the coast of Vietnam for only five weeks during Kerry's service aboard.
Kerry served one month of training at this former French vacation resort. He claimed his first Purple Heart medal here.
Kerry was assigned to Costal Division 11 and became Officer in Charge (OinC) of Patrol Craft Fast (PCF) No. 44.
Kerry was ordered to this location seven days after being located to An Thoi.
Kerry spent Christmas.....
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