To have had the good fortune of serving with the professionals who made up Harry E. Yarnell's crew in the
mid-1980s is an experience I recall with great pride and a deep sense of fulfillment. My wish is that all 
members of the CG17 team share like feelings of satisfaction from their contribution to our Navy's crucial
role in winning the Cold War. This was indeed a special time for us to have served.

The opportunity to sail alongside such men was a rare privilege. To all my fellow shipmates, thanks for
the memories! 

Tom McNicholas
CO, July 1985 to June 1987