A Navy veteran who lives near the water south of San Francisco helped spur the revival of a bygone military tradition at one of the city's most famed bars.
"When I come to the beach, and I smell the salty sea air, and I hear the sounds of the waves crashing, all those memories, all those experiences, come rushing back," said Hall.Hall is a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He graduated from Annapolis and served his country as a naval officer for more than 6 years. He told KPIX 5 how he shares an unspoken bond with his fellow vets.
During the war, San Francisco played a major role in the moving of troops and supplies to and from the Pacific. Before many soldiers and sailors departed, they partook in a routine that became known as the"Squadron Bottle." With this tradition, servicemen would buy and leave a bottle in the care of the bartender so the next member from their squadron could enjoy a free drink.Mike Hall knew about the tradition and, a number of years ago and sporting his dress whites, headed up the famous lounge to participate.
He recently returned to the visit the hotel. When he got off the elevator at the Top, nothing could prepare him for what he saw: a huge display crammed with dozens of Squadron Bottles. These logbooks are treasure troves, packed with astounding bits of history. Inside, many stories, letters, memorial programs, notes of appreciation and photographs of those who came home, as well as those who died while serving the nation.
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