Served in all phases of Naval Photography throughout the world for 30 years (1948 to 1978). Commanding Officer of Pacific Fleet Combat Camera Group & Pacific Fleet Audio Visual Command. A Licensed Civilian Pilot and Aircraft & Power Plant Mechanic. Rebuilt and flew several 1948-49 Piper Aircraft. Co-Chairman, Aircraft Registration, Experimental Aircraft Association Fly-in Oshkosh, Wl several years. Accomplished volunteer services for California State Park system. Started "Recycle Flyers" by Cecil in 1984. This one person company crafts airplanes, blimps, helicopters and submarines out of Beverage cans from worldwide sources. These Can Sculptures are in all 50 States, 2 US Possessions and 30 Countries around the world. Lifetime Member DAV, VFW, MOAA and EAA.