Chancellorsville (CG 62) - Naval Cruise Book

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' Admiral David E. Jeremiah USN USN U. v CHIEF OF NAVAL OPERATIONS Dear Captain Rheinstrom, Congratulations on the commissioning of United States Ship CHANCELLORSVILLE, An unusual distinction and a special set of responsibilities fall upon you as the first commanding officer. CHANCELLORSVILLE, the newest guided missile cruiser in the fleet and the first to carry this name, embodies the most modern design and construction on the seas today. However, she cannot fulfill the role authorized by Congress, the defense of our nation, unless she is manned by a dedicated crew capable of operating and maintaining her to her fullest potential. Your responsibility is to establish CHANCELLORS- VILLE's capability. As your ship and crew perform, CHANCELLORSVILLE will develop a reputation that will endure over her years of service. Her character will depend, in no small measure, upon your leadership as her first commanding officer. Your selection for this most important task is an honor and a responsibility. I have the fullest con- fidence you will execute it well. Sincerely, Q.Q:s47Z,f C. 1-X. H. 'TROST Admiral. U.S. Navy Captain Gordon H. Rheinstrom PCO, CHANCELLORSVILLE iCG 62, Pascagoula, MS 39569-2210 YQnmna 4.u.QQ5i aa,M.yz.ii genie so Dear Captain Rheinstrom, On behalf of the men and women of the U. S. Pacific Fleet, it is with great pleasure I send you and your crew my heartiest congratulations on the occasion of the commissioning of USS CHANCELLORSVILLE KCG 621. The naming of your ship commemorates the Battle of Chancellorsville, which became a decisive turning point in the U. S. Civil War marked by the death of Confederate General Stonewall Jackson. As CHANCELLORSVILLB joins today's Navy, she arrives with the most modern technology available, becoming a decisive combat addition and providing a strong deterrent to aggression. I congratulate you on your selection as CHANCELLDRSVlLLE's first commanding officer and welcome you to the Pacific Fleet. May you SSIVS your Navy and country wi distincti n. S cere , DAVID E. JERE AH Admiral, U.S. avy Captain Gordon H. Rheinstrom, USN PCO USS CHANCELLORSVILLE' ICG 621 Pascagoula, Mississippi 39568-2210

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The Honorable H. Lawrence Garrett, III ecretary of the avy an ne .ew r, A 'of DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY ' owe: ef me szeneunv if o f ' ' 5 ue, V 3, e n s 5 A wnsnmevcm. oc mesa-mea a. Captain Gordon H. Rheinsemm, usN Prospective Commanding officer cl-mNcsLLoRsvu,LE ics sz! Fascagoula, Ms 39558-2210 Dear Captain Rheinstrom: Congratulations on your new command, and best wishes eo you and no your crew on the commissioning of cmmcx-:x.LoRsv1LLE tcc 621 CHANCELLORSVILLE, the first ship to carry the name of this important Civil War battle, and the most modern missile Cruiser in the Navy, embodies the latest eeennieei advances in design and eeneei-ueeien, but depends upon your professionalism and skill no bring ner no iife. 1 know that you and your erew wiii add luster no ehe name. As you assume your place in the fleet. you and your crew are charged with the heavy responsibility of making CHANCELLORSVILLE an effeenive instrument of peace through snrenech. 1 wish you every success in meeting :he eheiiengee which iie ahead. Sincerely, ' -4 ,ZZ A1.Li 46- H. Lawrence Garrett, 111 secretary of the Navy

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ice Admiral John W. yquist, USN Assistant Chief of aval Operations lSurface Warfarei THE ASSISTANT CHIEF OF NAVAL OPERATIONS QSURFACE WARFAREJ Wnhlnglnn Dear Captain Rheinstrom, On behalf of the entire Surface Warfare community, it is my pleasure to congratulate you and your fine crew on the commissioning of the AEGIS cruiser CHANCELLORSVILLE. Your ship is the finest surface combatant the Navy and American industry can produce. CHANCELLORSVILLE's AEGIS Combat System, TOMAHAWK weapons System, Vertical Launch System and SQQ-89 Antisubmarine warfare suite give her unmatched capability in antiair warfare, strike warfare and antisubmarine warfare. CHANCELLORSVILLE is the warship of the future. As the commissioning crew of CHANCELLORSVILLE, you and your crew must shoulder a special responsi- bility and trust. Each and every day you will be challenged to obtain the best results from this magnificent warship. I know you are up to the task. Again, congratulations to all hands in CHANCELLORSVILLE . Fe Y' J. W. NY ST Vice Admiral, U. S. Navy Captain Gordon H. Rheinstrom, USN Prospective Colmnanding Officer CHANCELLORSVILLE ICG 621 Pascagoula, M5 39568 Vice dmiral Robert K. . Kihune, US Commander Naval Surface Force U.S. Pacific Fleet comumosn NAVAL sunnce Ponce naar Captain Rheinstrom, Congratulations on your new command, and best wishes to you and your crew on tna commissioning of caaucarnonsvinns rcs 62h As tna first u.s. Navy ship to carry tns name, CHANCELLORSVILLE, CG 52 COMMQMOIBCES the Civil Wat battle fought so miles southwest of wasningtan, n,c. in May mass Victory was achieved tnrnugn tha application of skill, courage and tactical genius in tna fiaid. xt was a classic tattia of envelopment. Confederate Forces naia the Army of the Potomac in position while executing a surprising flank- ing move that won tna day. A If the tEChnOl0gy of USS CHANCELLORSVILLE, and the skill, courage and genius of your araw, are ever tested in battle, I am COnfident that they tOD would emerge ViCtOri- aus. You and your crew have met the difficult challenge of bringing America her first USS CHANCELLORSVILLE. I am fully confident that you will meet the future head-on and Set new Standards of excellence which will be the legacy Of your snip. On behalf of the men and women of the Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, I extend a hearty welcome. We are proud to have CHANCELLORSVILLE as a member of the team. Welocme to the Force. Press On! Sincerely. R. K. U. KIHUNE vias Admiral, u.s. Navy Captain G. H. Rheinstrom Prospective Commanding Officer cHANcrLLon5v1LLn rcs 621 Pasaaquula, Ms 39555-2210