Boston (CA 69) - Naval Cruise Book

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HOTEL VIEWS OF WATERSPGRT ACTIVITIE were impressive from almost any veranda USS Boston and USS Seattle anchor in the middle of the harbor.

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BOSTGN RICIGED HER MED LEGHTS and was an impressive sight from any place in Acapulco The water proved ideal for swimming and skiing.

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HOMECGMING-NCJVEMBER15,1969 Approaching the harbor, manning the rail. As you approach Boston Harbor, be proud of your sig- nificant contribution made to our war effort. The uncon- tested power and versatility of Boston enabled you to par- ticipate in Seventh Fleet Operations with the effectiveness and authority that only comes from strength. Boston's presence in the Pacific Fleet was deeply appreciated. Your return to the Atlantic and Home is well earned. Best wishes fora happy reunion with your families. Rear Admiral Freeman COMCRUDESPAC As a grand old lady weighs anchor for perhaps the last time in a long and distinguished career may fair winds and following seas go with you. Captain Bruce Keener USS Seattle Let fair winds and following seas accompany you to home port and to a joyous reunion with your families and loved ones. Although your deployment was foreshortened, the memory of the effectiveness of your guns against Charlie and intruders from the North will live on. You can take great pride in the thought that your contribution to the successes in South Vietnam have been important and sig- nificant, and well worthy of your whole hearted dedication of them. Rear Admiral Anderson CRUDESFLOT 10 Boston sees Boston 152 Scanning the crowd.