USS LEXINGTON Former Crew Member

Name: Morgan, Daisy Mae

Service Dates: 1980-1983

Rank/Duty Assigned: E-6/Admin, Legal Office, Ship's Office

Description:

In the initial group of women (less than 100) assigned to Lady LEX in Jul 1980. Assigned Master-at-Arm for six months, Legal office and Ship’s Secretary. Transferred from the ship in Oct 1983. Earned Sailor of the Year; commendations;Pensacola chapter of Navy League award and national chapter for Inspirational Leadership, Enlisted Women honoring Captain Winfred Quick Collins. I received various local news papers recognition due to hard work and overcoming many challenges, being a pioneer with leadership abilities in order to achieve success.