Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) - Naval Cruise Book

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Gibraltar United Kingdom 12-15 July Upon arrival to The Rock . ARLEIGH BURKE became part of another Victory over Europe (VE) celebration, this time lasting the entire port visit. It started with an all-hands poolside barbecue, shadowed by the Rock of Gibraltar. The pool party was sponsored by NYNEX Communications of Gibraltar, and included soft drinks, beer and all-you-can-eat burgers and dogs. We were also treated to a performance of bagpipers who were very entertaining. (pictures of the sponsers and bagpipers in following pages). During the 3-day visit, the crew was offered free tours inside The Rock. This is where General Eisenhower had his Com- mand Post in WWII. The festivities included a Parade in which ARLEIGH BURKE ' s Precision Marching Unit took part. Also marching were Gibraltar ' s own WWII veterans! What a sight watching these men and one woman march through the streets of Gibraltar! The loudest cheers were for these veterans, who fought along side some of our Parents and Grandparents, to ensure freedom exists today. Other events in GIB included a rock climb and a rock run. You could see the monkeys at the top. and if you didn ' t want to climb, a tram was available. i