Barry (DDG 52) - Naval Cruise Book

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Palma, Spain 21-22 February Alicante, Spain 2-6 March St. Raphael, France 8-12 March Corfu, Greece 11-15 April Izmir, Turkey 16-19 April Koper, Solvenia 24-29 April Limassol, Cypress 16-20 May Rhodes, Greece 21-28 May Naples, Italy 28 May - 8 June Souda Bay, Crete 9-10 June Mykonos, Greece 18-25 June Palma, Spain 2-6 July Malaga, Spain 7-12 July Port Calls 49

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Barry launches a torpedo during EXERCISE SHAREM. B. 1 I s pnmai - mission in MED 1-96, our second sixth month cruise, was to serve as Adriatic REDCROWN and protect the airspace and waterways during Operation Joint Endeavor. AUhough we spent more than 50 davs off the coast of Bosnia-Herzegovina fulfilling this mission, BARRY also participated in numerous national and multinational exercises. In addition, we showed the flag in 14 ports, allowing sailors to visit such famous metropolitan cities as Venice, Paris, adn Rome. As the first small combatant to embark females, BARRYs seam- less integration of women during workups and deployment proved a mixed gender crew could thrive on a CRUDES platform. Simply stated, sailors are sailors — and BARRY sailors are something special from the day thev walk aboard. Each crewmember contributed to our success. From the 42 flawless UNREPs, to the 178 days of great chow, BARRYs crew gave 110% — every day. The highlight from the Engineering department was the sweet taste of success during the Mid-Cycle Assessment (MCA). In keeping with a long-standing record of excellence, BARRY received a perfect score in every category — the best performance in the battlegroup. Along with the milestones BARRY has achieved, each of us has our own accomplishments and memories from this cruise. Some of us remember losing those extra pounds or quitting smoking. Some made the effort to achieve an ESWS pin or a promotion in rank or responsibility For some, it was the simple thrill of seeing the world and protecting our nation, or just the comfort of waring coveralls at sea. . Or just the comfort of wearing coveralls at sea. Each of us found some way to make the time away from home a little bit easier. The cruise now only a memory, and we are safely back home, but before long it will be time to prepare ourselves and BARRY for the next mission: the NEXT six month deployment! Jj SferiMt f- ' f»mr f • •■ '

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Palm a de Mallorca, Spain ■jj ARRYS firsl visit to Palma de Mallorca, Spain, was during the tj chill of winter: our longer second visit to the island came at the peak of the summer tourist season. Most BARRV crew mem- ber, traveled to the resort area of Magaluf to enjoy the beautiful beaches and energetic nightlife. Long lavish beaches, warm Medi terranean sun and cixil water was the perfect atmosphere in ivhich B.- RR sailors could suntan, swim or just ' vegetate. ' As sunset signaled the end of another summer dav, the endless avenues of bars, dance clubs and pubs sprang to life and provided a wide arrav of nighthme entertainment. Sailors could enjoy dancing to the fast-paced beat of techno music or seek out one of Palmai famous theme bars. One such cafe-bar, the Daiquiri Palace, was a popular place to fmd B.ARRY sailors no matter what time of day or night it was. Known to sailors throuhout the fleet, the Daiquiri Palace has a memorabilia wall with stickers, patches and pins from many of the Navy ships and aircraft squadrons that have patonized ' the Palace ' on cruises past. B. ' XRRY sailors added a seal in a promi- nent place to ensure that future patrons know the BARRY sailors of MED 96-1 had left their mark at this MED cruise Mecca. .■ nother Palma fixture that was no stranger to NAVY ships was the small concession stand that was set up on the pier offering fiHid, beer, and mineral water. The stands current owner was the second generation to serve the ships that pull into Palmas busy port. The stand proudly displayed three posterboards covered with US Navy ship postcards, some dating back to the 1950s! The stand was a non-traditional landmark in a city of beautiful churches, picturesque plazas and great shopping. Altough far awav from the United States, BARRY celebrated July 4th in true red, white, and blue fashion while inport Palma. The Supplv department prepared an Independence Day feast com- plete with barbecued ribs. Sailors from the USS MERRIMACK, fleet oiler in our battlegroup, were invited to share in this taste of Americana. Hosted at the local Spanish army base, the picnic area was adjacent to an athletic area where sailors participated in basketball, football, and street hockey. For the more daring and adventurous, there was cliff jumping at a series of coves just out- side the port. Learning from locals about the safe times to jump and water entr ' procedures, sailors mustered the courage to take the adrenaline-pumping plunge. Only the bravest of the brave tempted the god Neptune himself as thev jumped off thirty-foot clittV into thf r.isini; Mirf below. 50 USS Barry