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Yale University

Kerry graduated in 1966, and had already established his position against the Vietnam War.

Officer Candidate School, Newport, Rhode Island

Kerry was commissioned as an active-duty ensign in U.S. Naval Reserve, August 1966.

Guided Missile Frigate USS Gridley

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.

Cam Rahn Bay, Vietnam

Kerry served one month of training at this former French vacation resort. He claimed his first Purple Heart medal here.

An Thoi, Vietnam

Kerry was assigned to Costal Division 11 and became Officer in Charge (OinC) of Patrol Craft Fast (PCF) No. 44.

Cat Lo,Vietnam

Kerry was ordered to this location seven days after being located to An Thoi.

Sa Dac, Vietnam

Kerry spent Christmas in this location while claiming he spent it in Cambodia.

Bob Hope USO Show, Dong Tam base

Kerry's navigation error took PCF 44 and crew into harm's way while attempting to pay an unauthorized visit to the USO Show.

Cua Lon River, Vietnam

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