This ship was in service for 27 years and saw action in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. After an honorable retirement, she was commissioned in the Argentine Navy as the "Candido de Lasala" and served an additional 5 years of duty. This ship is listed as being one of the most active Navy War Ships in history.
The USS Gunston Hall LSD 5 Reunion Association was founded in 1993 for the purpose of re-uniting members of her various crews and holding periodic reunions. More than 3,600 shipmates have been identified; our database contains information on a large number of these and many are currently active members.
If you served on this ship, please contact our reunion office or join us by selecting "JOIN US!" on the menu panel. You may e-mail by using the link below, or send a note by U.S. Mail to the following address.
