Benham (DD 796) - Naval Cruise Book

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SPAIN BARCELONA Barcelona ' s Puebia Espanol, Ancient Walled City Z : Perhaps the most pleasant surprise of the cruise was Barcelona. Easily our favorite European port, this city offered pleasures beyond description. Sel- dom visited by American warships, we were amazed at the genuine friendliness and hospitality of these people. Despite the absence of the usuol English speaking segment, Barcelona proved that language is no barrier. The shops, the scenery, the quiet culture were blessed with a serenity of their own. If the tours were excellent, the night life was superb. Night clubs, with their enchonting shows, opened at an hour when Americans normally retire on a Saturdoy night and lasted well into the morning. In fact, our working day hod to be somewhat rear- ranged to enable us to enjoy the festivities. None of us will soon forget this beautiful city, its people nor its non-stop trolley cars. Exact replica ol Santa Maria

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The Carlton of Cannes ' Monte Carlo Beach at Cape Martin »taP? The Cathedral at Monte Carlo Millionaire Scenery Promenade on the French Riveria

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Sunday strolling in the center of Barcelona ' s main street lonument to Christopher Columbus Bull Ring in Barcelona ; ?f Cable Car at Montserrat Ceramic Belfry in Puebia Espanol