History of a Shipbuilding Industry Giant, National Steel and Shipbuilding: A Tribute to the Hands That Built the Hulls - Hardcover

Askew, D. E.: - D.E. Askew retired after a distinguished fifty-year career in the shipbuilding industry, serving as a director at the largest shipyard on the West Coast. His journey began in 1975 as a journeyman production shipfitter, advancing to senior roles in planning, engineering, and project management for multi-million dollar naval and commercial projects. He takes pride in supporting the US Navy and maintaining jobs in the industry. A family man with two military veteran children, he enjoys music, landscaping, and travel. His books, History of a Shipbuilding Industry Giant; National Steel and Shipbuilding and The History of Shipyards in San Diego, reflect his passion for maritime history.