Brumby (DE 1044) - Naval Cruise Book

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Commander HOLDER, congratulated Dr. COVERDALE on his fine bridge performance and extensive knowledge of the Rules of the Road, Navigation, and operational capabilities of the 1040 class destroyer escort. CDR. HOLDER also pre- sented the doctor with a letter of qualification as an officer of the deck for independent steaming to be placed in his service jacket. The ship was scheduled for TAV in Naples and headed northwest to arrive on 18 March. Naples is used by the Sixth Fleet as an overseas port. A naval air station and the Naval mail depot are also located in Naples as is the headquarters of the southern Europe and NATO forces. Since Naples is visited often it is not a favorite liberty port for old salts, but those arriving for the first time can find a lot of interesting places to explore. Naples today is probably not as peaceful and calm as it was in former times. There are simply too many cars, taxis, buses, trucks, shops, ped- dlers, and pedestrians. The rush hour traffic to the suburbs is as hectic as any other large city. But no matter how hurried the Neapolitans seem there is always time for the traditional afternoon siesta during which the shops are closed and the v city slows down. The day is not over, though, be- cause the shops open in the evening and the en-

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He was an inspiration to many and a card partner to most. Always on the mess decks during the early hours, Chaplain STRICKLAND was Sensitive to the needs of the crew. He became known as the Navy's only electric chaplain. A milestone in the career of every line offi- cer is the day on which he receives his qualifi- cation as an officer of the deck. This event places on his shoulders responsibility for the lives of the crew and the safety of the ship while he is on watch. It is an acknowledged fact that qualification for officer of the deck is the exclusive province of the line community. However, staff corps offi- cers often have the opportunity to stand bridge watches under instruction. Recently aboard the BRUMBY a staff corps officer acquired enough bridge experience to be qualified as officer of the deck. LT. Paul J. CLOVERDALE, MC, USNR, was presented his qualification in Barcelona, after two months bridge experience on BRUMBY. Dr. CLOVERDALE, the staff medical officer for COMDESDIV 102, homeported in Newport, R. I. came aboard BRUMBY to perform in his medical capacity. In addition, he volunteered for bridge watches and began an intensive study of those books which are required reading for the line officer.

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tertainment in the clubs will continue until very near dawn. In order to explore Naples, we followed a similar schedule but excluded the afternoon siesta. There are hundreds of stand-up bars, wine cellars, restaurants and clubs. The Naples U.S.O. sponsors a good restaurant and club. There are many places to discover or to re- visit. A large amusement park west of the city provides a variety of activities in the carnival atmosphere. During the day, walking is the best way to see the city. Naples is the third largest city in Italy and its harbor is the second busiest only to Genoa. The large plaza beside the harbor where the fleet ties up is called Piazza del Municipio. The great bulks of a castle dominates the plaza and provides a meeting place for young people. The castle is called Castel Nueovo and was built in 1282 for Charles I of Anjon. The gated arch on the west side is a great example of Italian Renaissance. Nearby is the Umberto Galleria which is a shipping center. The passageways of this cross- shaped structure are tile-mosaics and the roof is of arched glass. Exclusive shops display tempt- ing souvenirs. Across the street is Teatro San Carlo. This